Summary

Quick Facts: Historians | |
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$63,680 per year
$30.62 per hour |
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Master's degree | |
None | |
None | |
3,500 | |
3% (As fast as average) | |
100 |
What Historians Do
Historians research, analyze, interpret, and write about the past by studying historical documents and sources.
Work Environment
Historians must travel to carry out research. Most work full time.
How to Become a Historian
Although most historian positions require a master’s degree, some research positions require a doctoral degree. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree may qualify for some entry-level positions, but most will find jobs in different fields.
Pay
The median annual wage for historians was $63,680 in May 2019.
Job Outlook
Employment of historians is projected to grow 3 percent from 2019 to 2029, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Competition for jobs may be very strong because there are few positions available relative to the number of people seeking jobs in the field.
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