How to become anthropologists and archeologistseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$70,770
25th–75th pct. $59,400–$89,670
Top pay (est.)
$140,500
Top 10% $108,060
Pay in 5 years
$78,800est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$87,700est.
$75,400–$101,800
Outlook score
56/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
81%
Very high
Job growth (10 yr)
+6.0%
800 openings / yr
How to become anthropologists and archeologists
Typical education
Master's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Anthropologists and Archeologists
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Getting InformationEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsProcessing InformationCommunicating with People Outside the OrganizationThinking CreativelyUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeAnalyzing Data or InformationInterpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionWritten ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionInductive ReasoningDeductive Reasoning
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 5 — extensive preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as anthropologists and archeologists
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.