Key Factors That Influence Law Librarian I Salaries
A Law Librarian I'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, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
How Experience Level Affects Law Librarian Salaries?
Experience is a primary driver of a Law Librarian I'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:
Law Librarian I (0-2 years): $55,403
Law Librarian II (2-4 years): $68,665
Law Librarian III (4-7 years): $86,149
Job Role
Years of Experience
Average Salary
Law Librarian I
0-2 years
$55,403
Law Librarian II
2-4 years
$68,665
Law Librarian III
4-7 years
$86,149
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How Do Law Librarian I Salaries Vary from State to State?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work.
States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors
often pay more to attract Law Librarian Is.
For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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: $69,880
San Francisco: $69,115
Oakland: $67,658
San Jose, CA$69,880
San Francisco, CA$69,115
Oakland, CA$67,658
New York, NY$63,790
Paramus, NJ$63,015
Queens Village, NY$63,012
Passaic, NJ$62,959
Bergenfield, NJ$62,954
Stamford, CT$62,833
Huntington, NY$62,810
Newark, NJ$62,400
Bridgeport, CT$62,283
Vallejo, CA$62,173
New Brunswick, NJ$62,151
Petaluma, CA$62,118
Middlesex, NJ$62,013
Somerset, NJ$61,974
Santa Cruz, CA$61,902
Boston, MA$61,564
Monterey, CA$61,369
Seattle, WA$61,242
Santa Rosa, CA$61,231
Los Angeles, CA$61,215
Juneau, AK$61,071
Washington, DC$61,010
Orange, CA$60,813
Santa Ana, CA$60,666
Long Beach, CA$60,611
Anaheim, CA$60,600
Anchorage, AK$60,572
Santa Maria, CA$60,406
Everett, WA$60,395
Danbury, CT$60,200
Bremerton, WA$60,123
Tacoma, WA$59,924
New Suffolk, NY$59,923
Sacramento, CA$59,907
Santa Barbara, CA$59,846
Trenton, NJ$59,785
San Diego, CA$59,785
Brockton, MA$59,724
Fairbanks, AK$59,589
Lompoc, CA$59,447
Lowell, MA$59,403
Ventura, CA$59,392
Nashua, NH$59,381
Stockton, CA$59,375
Modesto, CA$58,971
Poughkeepsie, NY$58,849
Olympia, WA$58,744
Kennewick, WA$58,744
New Haven, CT$58,722
Lawrence, MA$58,522
Hartford, CT$58,467
Riverside, CA$58,456
New Bedford, MA$58,400
Richland, WA$58,400
Bakersfield, CA$58,323
San Bernardino, CA$58,301
New Britain, CT$58,295
Atlantic City, NJ$58,295
New London, CT$58,273
Norwich, CT$58,256
Portsmouth, NH$58,245
Boulder, CO$58,128
Portland, OR$58,051
Worcester, MA$58,046
Minneapolis, MN$57,874
Philadelphia, PA$57,796
Honolulu, HI$57,614
Saint Paul, MN$57,587
Vineland, NJ$57,575
Providence, RI$57,414
Chicago, IL$57,253
Bellingham, WA$57,187
Springfield, MA$57,143
Baltimore, MD$57,126
Chico, CA$56,988
Pittsfield, MA$56,838
Manchester, NH$56,733
Spokane, WA$56,489
Denver, CO$56,483
Albany, NY$56,223
Troy, NY$56,201
Nassau, NY$56,142
Schenectady, NY$56,084
Wilmington, DE$56,040
Burlington, VT$55,963
Salem, OR$55,940
Portland, ME$55,769
Yakima, WA$55,713
Rochester, MN$55,542
Reno, NV$55,514
Fresno, CA$55,514
Milwaukee, WI$55,464
Detroit, MI$55,409
Ann Arbor, MI$55,399
Allentown, PA$55,392
Colorado Springs, CO$55,298
Syracuse, NY$55,270
Carson City, NV$55,270
Houston, TX$55,192
Eugene, OR$55,165
Gary, IN$55,098
Springfield, OR$55,054
Bismarck, ND$55,043
Galveston, TX$55,004
Medford, OR$54,921
Fort Collins, CO$54,899
Concord, NH$54,871
Austin, TX$54,855
Mesa, AZ$54,738
Reading, PA$54,733
Phoenix, AZ$54,727
Dallas, TX$54,710
Saint Cloud, MN$54,657
Madison, WI$54,583
Utica, NY$54,433
Rochester, NY$54,345
Des Moines, IA$54,339
Raleigh, NC$54,334
Atlanta, GA$54,251
Battle Creek, MI$54,234
Salt Lake City, UT$54,217
Lancaster, PA$54,134
Harrisburg, PA$54,057
Kansas City, MO$54,001
Champaign, IL$53,990
Kansas City, KS$53,990
Fort Worth, TX$53,985
Columbus, OH$53,975
Boca Raton, FL$53,963
Pittsburgh, PA$53,940
Richmond, VA$53,918
Indianapolis, IN$53,907
Cleveland, OH$53,902
Las Vegas, NV$53,835
Cincinnati, OH$53,835
Petersburg, VA$53,752
Huntsville, AL$53,669
Lansing, MI$53,632
Lebanon, PA$53,625
Pueblo, CO$53,619
Appleton, WI$53,602
Buffalo, NY$53,580
Dayton, OH$53,564
Racine, WI$53,553
Charlotte, NC$53,547
Saint Louis, MO$53,530
York, PA$53,497
Elkhart, IN$53,497
Gastonia, NC$53,487
Billings, MT$53,473
Beaumont, TX$53,458
Lorain, OH$53,447
Benton Harbor, MI$53,436
Toledo, OH$53,425
Binghamton, NY$53,397
Rock Hill, SC$53,392
Rockford, IL$53,364
Springfield, IL$53,342
Elyria, OH$53,336
Fargo, ND$53,336
Flagstaff, AZ$53,298
Fort Lauderdale, FL$53,264
Duluth, MN$53,231
Miami, FL$53,231
Cheyenne, WY$53,192
Grand Forks, ND$53,192
Bangor, ME$53,071
Cedar Rapids, IA$53,010
Durham, NC$52,986
Louisville, KY$52,982
Grand Rapids, MI$52,971
Hialeah, FL$52,965
Casper, WY$52,888
Scranton, PA$52,821
New Orleans, LA$52,805
Virginia Beach, VA$52,799
Akron, OH$52,771
Peoria, IL$52,699
Sarasota, FL$52,688
Nashville, TN$52,649
Omaha, NE$52,649
Green Bay, WI$52,649
Baton Rouge, LA$52,622
Charleston, SC$52,611
Jamestown, NY$52,583
Davenport, IA$52,583
Tucson, AZ$52,555
Saint Petersburg, FL$52,522
Tampa, FL$52,511
Evansville, IN$52,478
Port Arthur, TX$52,478
Bradenton, FL$52,456
Santa Fe, NM$52,356
Orlando, FL$52,256
Clearwater, FL$52,239
Canton, OH$52,123
La Crosse, WI$52,123
Albuquerque, NM$52,090
Newport News, VA$52,084
High Point, NC$52,068
Ogden, UT$52,046
Corpus Christi, TX$52,001
Norfolk, VA$51,968
Laramie, WY$51,968
Rock Island, IL$51,935
Saginaw, MI$51,924
Jacksonville, FL$51,918
Salisbury, NC$51,907
Boise, ID$51,896
Moline, IL$51,868
Fort Myers, FL$51,852
Memphis, TN$51,841
Tulsa, OK$51,813
Waterloo, IA$51,780
Spartanburg, SC$51,724
Lincoln, NE$51,697
Fort Wayne, IN$51,685
Provo, UT$51,680
Cedar Falls, IA$51,613
San Antonio, TX$51,591
Greensboro, NC$51,569
South Bend, IN$51,564
Savannah, GA$51,503
Muskegon, MI$51,480
Birmingham, AL$51,475
Winston Salem, NC$51,448
Lake Charles, LA$51,314
Anderson, IN$51,303
Lexington, KY$51,287
Augusta, GA$51,270
Greenville, SC$51,270
Lima, OH$51,226
Wichita, KS$51,220
Tuscaloosa, AL$51,220
Columbia, SC$51,170
Springfield, OH$51,159
Asheville, NC$51,070
Bloomington, IN$51,032
Knoxville, TN$50,832
Shreveport, LA$50,827
Wilmington, NC$50,755
Roanoke, VA$50,755
Topeka, KS$50,655
Frankfort, KY$50,649
Oklahoma City, OK$50,611
Chillicothe, OH$50,588
Longview, TX$50,583
Melbourne, FL$50,577
Sioux Falls, SD$50,489
Mobile, AL$50,483
Terre Haute, IN$50,461
Altoona, PA$50,428
Amarillo, TX$50,389
Killeen, TX$50,372
Fayetteville, AR$50,328
Chattanooga, TN$50,311
Sioux City, IA$50,262
Idaho Falls, ID$50,251
Lynchburg, VA$50,206
Gainesville, FL$50,134
Portsmouth, OH$50,106
Little Rock, AR$50,095
Lafayette, LA$50,073
Youngstown, OH$50,073
Daytona Beach, FL$50,040
Clarksville, TN$50,034
Pensacola, FL$50,029
Temple, TX$50,025
Hopkinsville, KY$49,863
Erie, PA$49,852
Florence, SC$49,829
Charleston, WV$49,741
Great Falls, MT$49,713
Macon, GA$49,636
Tallahassee, FL$49,630
Fayetteville, NC$49,619
Waco, TX$49,608
Helena, MT$49,569
Pine Bluff, AR$49,548
Vincennes, IN$49,480
Lubbock, TX$49,458
Alamogordo, NM$49,425
Twin Falls, ID$49,375
Rapid City, SD$49,359
Jackson, MS$49,259
Huntington, WV$49,255
Greenville, MS$49,253
Parkersburg, WV$49,197
Montgomery, AL$49,187
Wichita Falls, TX$49,131
Springfield, MO$49,131
Biloxi, MS$49,104
Monroe, LA$49,048
Johnstown, PA$49,009
Sumter, SC$48,987
Columbus, GA$48,982
Pascagoula, MS$48,877
Abilene, TX$48,877
Kingsport, TN$48,732
Albany, GA$48,732
Gulfport, MS$48,716
Alexandria, LA$48,533
Fort Smith, AR$48,395
El Paso, TX$48,245
Las Cruces, NM$47,996
Harlingen, TX$47,855
Pocatello, ID$47,846
Florence, AL$47,774
Brownsville, TX$47,763
Mcallen, TX$47,647
Dothan, AL$47,569
Columbus, MS$47,240
Altus, OK$46,982
Lawton, OK$46,876
Pierre, SD$46,677
Law Librarian I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise
Law Librarian I salary potential scales significantly with company size.
Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $61,968.
While startup companies pay approximate $52,406.
Law Librarian I Salary by Company Size
Company Size
Employees
Average Salary
Startup
1~50
$52,406
Growth Stage
51~500
$55,428
Established
501~5000
$59,842
Enterprise
5000+
$61,968
Law Librarian I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors
For Law Librarian I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential
by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries).
Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense
sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average.
In contrast, Law Librarian positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay,
as these industries often view Law Librarian I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
The top paying industry for a Law Librarian I
Industry Sector
Average Annual Salary
Average Hourly Rate
Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services
$72,024
$35.0
30%
Law Librarian I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay
Understanding how a Law Librarian I'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
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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$48,336
Average$55,403/year
$61,323
$4,028
Average$4,617/month
$5,110
$930
Average$1,065/week
$1,179
$23
Average$27/hour
$29
Annual Salary
Monthly Pay
Weekly Pay
Hourly Wage
75th Percentile
$61,323
$5,110
$1,179
$29
Average
$55,403
$4,617
$1,065
$27
25th Percentile
$48,336
$4,028
$930
$23
Law Librarian I Salary Growth & Career Path
Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings.
As a Law Librarian I, you have the following paths for advancement.
The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles.
By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.
Salaries for a Law Librarian I can change over time,
reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy.
The median salary decreased from $53,172 in 2023
to around $52,655 in 2025,
reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy.
For a detailed analysis of Law Librarian I salary trends,
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Average Annual Salary of Law Librarian I Over Time
2022
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2023
$53,172
2024
$52,927
2025
$52,655
2026
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2027
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Average Annual Salary
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$53,172
2024
$52,927
2025
$52,655
2026
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Most common benefits for Law Librarian I
Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
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Common company salaries for Law Librarian I
Here are companies hiring for Law Librarian I and their salaries, click below for more details.
C
$128,509/per year
C R Bard Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
H
$124,697/per year
Henry Schein Canada
Biotechnology
the United States
N
$123,899/per year
Nordex Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
N
$120,416/per year
Nipro Corp
Biotechnology
the United States
E
$115,870/per year
Enovis
Biotechnology
the United States
A
$114,553/per year
Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy
Biotechnology
the United States
M
$112,110/per year
MiniMed Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
L
$111,500/per year
Labcorp Drug Development
Biotechnology
the United States
L
$110,229/per year
Life Technologies Corp
Biotechnology
the United States
Z
$106,224/per year
Zimmer Biomet
Biotechnology
the United States
P
$103,077/per year
Promontory Therapeutics
Biotechnology
the United States
S
$102,181/per year
Steris PLC
Biotechnology
the United States
G
$97,274/per year
Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd
Biotechnology
the United States
E
$94,764/per year
Endeavor BioMedicines
Biotechnology
the United States
R
$94,402/per year
Replay Holdings LLC
Biotechnology
the United States
P
$94,235/per year
Pleno Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
S
$93,666/per year
Simulaids Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
N
$88,880/per year
NOIRLab/CAS
Biotechnology
the United States
O
$86,468/per year
Onward Technology
Biotechnology
the United States
L
$84,895/per year
LED Medical Diagnostics Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
E
$84,682/per year
Eyeco Ltd
Biotechnology
the United States
P
$84,523/per year
Paerosol
Biotechnology
the United States
I
$83,525/per year
IONIQ Sciences Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
S
$82,815/per year
Stateside PPE
Biotechnology
the United States
D
$82,041/per year
Digi Bio
Biotechnology
the United States
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FAQ about Law Librarian I
1. Where can a Law Librarian I earn the most?
A Law Librarian I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer.
According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Law Librarian I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Law Librarian I is $69,880.
2. What is the highest pay for Law Librarian I?
The highest pay for Law Librarian I is $66,713.
3. What is the lowest pay for Law Librarian I?
The lowest pay for Law Librarian I is $41,902.
4. What are the responsibilities of Law Librarian I?
Performs legal and non-legal research and maintains and develops a library of print and digital resources for legal staff. Researches publications and suggests new sources and offerings for acquisition or subscriptions that will meet ongoing information needs. Establishes standard procedures for information gathering and trains staff on information request processes. Monitors budget and expenses, processes invoices, and maintains subscriptions to information services. Coordinates with technical resources to select and maintain the technology infrastructure and tools used in the library. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
5. What industry pays the highest salary for Law Librarian I?
The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Law Librarian I roles,
with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.
Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?
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