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10 of the Most Popular Types of Archaeologist Jobs in 2026

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To obtain an entry-level archaeology position, such as a field assistant, you need at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as anthropology. Many who are interested in fieldwork participate in an internship program to gain hands-on experience. Some archaeologists continue their education with master’s degrees or a doctorate which are necessary to get upper-level positions in the government sector, museums, and universities. A doctorate is typically required to teach at a college level or to secure a museum curator position.

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Top Types Of Archaeologist Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Archaeologist positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Archaeology Surveying

    Salary range: $39,000 - $58,500

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  • Anthropology Archaeology

    Salary range: $47,000 - $69,500

    Anthropology Archaeology is a typical job search query Most salaries for Anthropology Archaeology jobs pay between $47,000 (25th percentile) and $69,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Anthropology Archaeology job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Historical Archaeology

    Salary range: $66,500 - $105,000

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  • Archeology

    Salary range: $47,000 - $69,500

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  • On Call Field Archaeologist

    Salary range: $41,500 - $59,000

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  • Archaeology Fieldwork

    Salary range: $47,000 - $69,500

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  • Wetland Technician

    Salary range: $36,000 - $51,000

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  • Environmental Field Sampling

    Salary range: $37,500 - $50,000

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  • Environmental Anthropology

    Salary range: $31,500 - $41,000

    Jobs in environmental anthropology include positions for researchers who study the relationship between human behavior and development and the physical environment. Your responsibilities as an environmental anthropologist are to research how the environment reacts to humans and affects human development. You also examine how human behavior affects the environment. You then develop theories based on your research and use historical events to predict environmental trends. You use your research to assist educators, environmentalists, human behaviorists, and other industry researchers in their work. Environmental anthropologists carry out their duties in research facilities or locations where they can study the physical environment.

  • Archeological Field Technician

    Salary range: $39,500 - $54,000

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