Museum Technicians and Conservators Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $24.73

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$16.24
25th$19.73
Median$24.73
75th$32.52
90th$42.08

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do museum technicians and conservators make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $24.73; the mean hourly wage is $27.60.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for museum technicians and conservators?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $16.24 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for museum technicians and conservators?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $42.08 per hour.