Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 133,790 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $43,660 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $56,310 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $68,270 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $84,480 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $103,990 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$44K
25th
$56K
Median
$68K
75th
$84K
90th
$104K
Highest Paying States for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $98,530 |
| District of Columbia | $96,550 |
| California | $92,300 |
| Maryland | $89,530 |
| New York | $84,890 |
| Connecticut | $82,290 |
| New Jersey | $82,240 |
| Nevada | $81,580 |
| Delaware | $80,970 |
| Massachusetts | $80,220 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $98,530 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $80,220 — a difference of $18,310. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
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Top cities by average annual wage
About Librarians and Media Collections Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 133,790 workers were employed as Librarians and Media Collections Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $72,840 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-4022