Hourly Wage for Librarian Salary in the United States

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Hourly Wage for Librarian Salary

How much does a Librarian make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Librarian in the United States is $33 as of April 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $28 and $38. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $28 10% $23 90% $43 75% $38 $33 50%(Median)

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Job Description for Librarian

Librarian maintains library's collection of books, serial publications, documents, audiovisual, and other materials, and assists groups and individuals in locating, obtaining and using materials. Furnishes information on library activities, facilities, rules, and services. Being a Librarian may require a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Librarian occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Librarian typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2022 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Librarian Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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