What are the main factors that influence a Library Services Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Library Services Manager's salary?

A Library Services Manager's salary grows with experience: a Librarian (2-4 years)earns $69,536, a Senior Librarian (4-7 years)earns $87,233, a Library Services Supervisor (7+ years)earns $89,711, a Library Services Manager (7+ years)earns $104,032, a Chief Librarian (7+ years)earns $118,648,

What are the highest paying states for a Library Services Manager?

Library Services Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Library Services Manager roles are District of Columbia $113,739, California $113,308, Massachusetts $111,798. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Library Services Manager roles make?

Salaries for Library Services Manager level roles vary by specialization: Science & Engineering Library Services Manager: $129,600; Library Technical Services Manager: $129,593; Dean of Library Services: $118,200; Dean - Library: $118,158; Library Services Operations Manager: $102,800.

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Library Services Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Library Services Manager make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Library Services Manager in Delaware is $104,032 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Library Services Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,405
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,770 to $115,742
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,606

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Library Services Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,742	$9,645	$2,226	$56
Average	$104,032	$8,669	$2,001	$50
25th Percentile	$91,770	$7,647	$1,765	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Library Services Manager Salaries

A Library Services Manager'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 Library Services Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Library Services Manager'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:

Librarian (2-4 years): $69,536
Senior Librarian (4-7 years): $87,233
Library Services Supervisor (7+ years): $89,711
Library Services Manager (7+ years): $104,032
Chief Librarian (7+ years): $118,648

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Librarian	2-4 years	$69,536
Senior Librarian	4-7 years	$87,233
Library Services Supervisor	7+ years	$89,711
Library Services Manager	7+ years	$104,032
Chief Librarian	7+ years	$118,648

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How Do Library Services Manager 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 Library Services Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $113,739.
California: $113,308.
Massachusetts: $111,798.

District of Columbia $113,739 California $113,308 Massachusetts $111,798 Washington $111,387 New Jersey $111,346 Alaska $111,202 Connecticut $109,784 New York $109,209

Hawaii $107,370 Rhode Island $106,507 Maryland $105,922 Minnesota $105,121 Colorado $104,812 Illinois $104,710 Oregon $104,319 Delaware $104,032

New Hampshire $103,851 Virginia $103,446 Pennsylvania $102,265 Nevada $101,669 North Dakota $101,474 Michigan $101,166 Wisconsin $101,053 Vermont $100,827

Texas $100,200 Maine $100,159 Arizona $100,097 Ohio $100,025 Georgia $99,080 Indiana $98,608 Wyoming $98,515 Utah $98,371

Iowa $98,310 Kansas $97,817 Louisiana $97,673 North Carolina $97,621 Missouri $97,601 Florida $97,200 Montana $96,985 Nebraska $96,779

Kentucky $96,666 South Carolina $96,255 Tennessee $95,998 Idaho $95,896 New Mexico $95,146 Oklahoma $94,981 Alabama $94,375 South Dakota $93,358

Arkansas $92,804 West Virginia $92,506 Mississippi $91,612

Top Paying Cities for Library Services Managers

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:

Lincoln: $107,668
Little Creek: $106,672
Magnolia: $107,113

Lincoln, DE $107,668 Little Creek, DE $106,672 Magnolia, DE $107,113 Milford, DE $107,668 Marydel, DE $106,271 Millsboro, DE $107,668 Millville, DE $108,387 Milton, DE $107,668

Nassau, DE $107,668 Ocean View, DE $108,387 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,387 Seaford, DE $106,538 Selbyville, DE $108,387 Smyrna, DE $106,148 Viola, DE $107,113 Woodside, DE $106,805

Bear, DE $105,367 Newark, DE $105,408 Claymont, DE $105,490 Delaware City, DE $105,408 Hockessin, DE $105,490 Kirkwood, DE $105,408 Middletown, DE $105,932 Montchanin, DE $105,490

New Castle, DE $105,490 Odessa, DE $106,076 Port Penn, DE $105,121 Rockland, DE $105,490 Saint Georges, DE $105,408 Townsend, DE $105,922 Winterthur, DE $105,490 Lewes, DE $107,668

Wilmington, DE $105,490 Dover, DE $106,620 Dover Afb, DE $106,867 Bethany Beach, DE $108,387 Bethel, DE $106,538 Bridgeville, DE $107,668 Camden Wyoming, DE $106,733 Cheswold, DE $106,374

Clayton, DE $106,107 Dagsboro, DE $108,387 Delmar, DE $106,538 Ellendale, DE $107,668 Felton, DE $107,668 Fenwick Island, DE $108,387 Frankford, DE $108,387 Frederica, DE $107,668

Georgetown, DE $107,668 Greenwood, DE $107,668 Harbeson, DE $107,668 Harrington, DE $107,668 Hartly, DE $106,055 Houston, DE $107,668 Kenton, DE $106,107 Laurel, DE $106,538

Yorklyn, DE $105,490

Library Services Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Library Services Manager'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.

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$91,770

Average $104,032/year

$115,742

$7,647

Average $8,669/month

$9,645

$1,765

Average $2,001/week

$2,226

$44

Average $50/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,742	$9,645	$2,226	$56
Average	$104,032	$8,669	$2,001	$50
25th Percentile	$91,770	$7,647	$1,765	$44

Library Services Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Library Services Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chief Librarian role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $118,648 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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