SOC 25-4022 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists is $64,314 per year ($30.92/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $50,918 and $80,642 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $100,880 per year. There are approximately 131,830 librarians and media collections specialists employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.71 | $38,917 |
| P25 | $24.48 | $50,918 |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.92 | $64,314 |
| P75 | $38.77 | $80,642 |
| P90 | $48.50 | $100,880 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists is $64,314 per year ($30.92/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $50,918 and $80,642 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists is $100,880 per year ($48.50/hr). The 75th percentile is $80,642 per year.
Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn approximately $38,917 per year ($18.71/hr). The 25th percentile is $50,918 per year.
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