Art Restoration Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Art Restoration Specialist make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Art Restoration Specialist in the United States is $67,975 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an Art Restoration Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,088
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,925 to $74,315
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,507

Key Factors That Influence Art Restoration Specialist Salaries

An Art Restoration Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Art Restoration Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Art Restoration Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,654
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $81,024
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,065
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,343
  • Expert (over 8 years): $148,089
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Art Restoration Specialist less than 1 year $66,654
Quality Assurance Specialist II 1-2 years $81,024
Quality Assurance Specialist III 2-4 years $98,065
Quality Assurance Specialist IV 5-8 years $122,343
Quality Assurance Specialist V over 8 years $148,089

Top Paying Cities for Art Restoration Specialist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $85,736
  • San Francisco: $84,798
  • Oakland: $83,011

Art Restoration Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Art Restoration Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Art Restoration Specialist positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Art Restoration Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Art Restoration Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $88,367 $42.0 30%
Energy & Utilities $84,968 $41.0 25%
Financial Services $81,570 $39.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $81,570 $39.0 20%
Software & Networking $81,570 $39.0 20%

How Education impacts an Art Restoration Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Art Restoration Specialist professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Art Restoration Specialist with a Associate's is between $63,731 and $67,850.

Art Restoration Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Art Restoration Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.9%
High School 19.2%
Associate's Degree 13.9%
Bachelor's Degree 54.5%
Master's Degree or MBA 11.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Art Restoration Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Art Restoration Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$60,925
Average $67,975/year
$74,315
$5,077
Average $5,665/month
$6,193
$1,172
Average $1,307/week
$1,429
$29
Average $33/hour
$36
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $74,315 $6,193 $1,429 $36
Average $67,975 $5,665 $1,307 $33
25th Percentile $60,925 $5,077 $1,172 $29

Most common benefits for Art Restoration Specialist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Art Restoration Specialist

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FAQ about Art Restoration Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Art Restoration Specialist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Art Restoration Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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