Anthropologists and Archeologists in Colorado
Anthropologists and archeologists study human origins, development, and behavior across cultures and time periods. Some examine living societies through fieldwork and interviews, while others excavate and analyze physical artifacts like tools and pottery from past civilizations In Colorado the median pay is $68,620 a year, 3% below the national median of $70,770.
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Openings in Colorado and remote
- Archeologist · National Park Service · Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado · $61722–$80243
- Archeologist · National Park Service · Dinosaur, Colorado · $74678–$97087
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What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.
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Knowledge areas
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O*NET-SOC 19-3091.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Colorado, annual.