What are the main factors that influence a Science Librarian's salary?

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

How does experience change A Science Librarian's salary?

A Science Librarian's salary grows with experience: a Client Service Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $76,091, a Client Service Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $102,916, a Science Librarian (7+ years)earns $63,241, a Customer Service Supervisor (7+ years)earns $75,450, a Customer Service Manager (7+ years)earns $99,538,

What are the highest paying states for a Science Librarian?

Science Librarian salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Science Librarian roles are District of Columbia $68,027, California $67,769, Massachusetts $66,866. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Science Librarian roles make?

Salaries for Science Librarian level roles vary by specialization: Head Librarian: $117,200; Chief Librarian: $117,183; Technical Librarian III: $95,179; Librarian II: $86,200; Senior Librarian: $86,149.

Science Librarian Salary in Delaware

How much does a Science Librarian make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Science Librarian in Delaware is $62,221 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Science Librarian's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,061
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,327 to $69,989
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,870

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Science Librarian Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,989	$5,832	$1,346	$34
Average	$62,221	$5,185	$1,197	$30
25th Percentile	$57,327	$4,777	$1,102	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Science Librarian Salaries

A Science Librarian'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 Science Librarian Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Science Librarian'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,091
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,916
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,241
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,450
Expert (over 8 years): $99,538

Levels	Salary
Client Se... Level Science Librarian	$76,091
Client Se... Level Science Librarian	$102,916
Science L... Level Science Librarian	$63,241
Customer ... Level Science Librarian	$75,450
Customer ... Level Science Librarian	$99,538

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How Do Science Librarian 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 Science Librarians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,027.
California: $67,769.
Massachusetts: $66,866.

District of Columbia $68,027 California $67,769 Massachusetts $66,866 Washington $66,620 New Jersey $66,596 Alaska $66,510 Connecticut $65,662 New York $65,318

Hawaii $64,218 Rhode Island $63,702 Maryland $63,352 Minnesota $62,872 Colorado $62,688 Illinois $62,627 Oregon $62,393 Delaware $62,221

New Hampshire $62,113 Virginia $61,871 Pennsylvania $61,164 Nevada $60,808 North Dakota $60,691 Michigan $60,507 Wisconsin $60,439 Vermont $60,304

Texas $59,929 Maine $59,905 Arizona $59,868 Ohio $59,825 Georgia $59,260 Indiana $58,977 Wyoming $58,922 Utah $58,836

Iowa $58,799 Kansas $58,504 Louisiana $58,418 North Carolina $58,387 Missouri $58,375 Florida $58,135 Montana $58,006 Nebraska $57,883

Kentucky $57,816 South Carolina $57,570 Tennessee $57,416 Idaho $57,355 New Mexico $56,906 Oklahoma $56,808 Alabama $56,446 South Dakota $55,837

Arkansas $55,506 West Virginia $55,327 Mississippi $54,793

Top Paying Cities for Science Librarians

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: $61,941
Little Creek: $62,394
Magnolia: $62,305

Lincoln, DE $61,941 Little Creek, DE $62,394 Magnolia, DE $62,305 Milford, DE $62,098 Marydel, DE $62,200 Millsboro, DE $61,681 Millville, DE $61,776 Milton, DE $61,883

Nassau, DE $61,928 Ocean View, DE $61,766 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,884 Seaford, DE $61,919 Selbyville, DE $61,663 Smyrna, DE $62,437 Viola, DE $62,150 Woodside, DE $62,317

Bear, DE $62,173 Newark, DE $62,150 Claymont, DE $62,277 Delaware City, DE $62,212 Hockessin, DE $62,144 Kirkwood, DE $62,200 Middletown, DE $62,224 Montchanin, DE $62,158

New Castle, DE $62,168 Odessa, DE $62,255 Port Penn, DE $62,297 Rockland, DE $62,165 Saint Georges, DE $62,205 Townsend, DE $62,300 Winterthur, DE $62,172 Lewes, DE $61,907

Wilmington, DE $62,147 Dover, DE $62,394 Dover Afb, DE $62,066 Bethany Beach, DE $61,701 Bethel, DE $61,765 Bridgeville, DE $61,910 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,219 Cheswold, DE $62,374

Clayton, DE $62,376 Dagsboro, DE $61,658 Delmar, DE $61,559 Ellendale, DE $61,746 Felton, DE $62,093 Fenwick Island, DE $61,671 Frankford, DE $61,564 Frederica, DE $62,155

Georgetown, DE $61,634 Greenwood, DE $61,920 Harbeson, DE $61,700 Harrington, DE $62,015 Hartly, DE $62,208 Houston, DE $61,926 Kenton, DE $62,379 Laurel, DE $61,597

Yorklyn, DE $62,163

Science Librarian Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Science Librarian roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Hospitality & Leisure and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Science Librarian positions in Insurance or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Science Librarian as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Science Librarian

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$77,776	$37.0	25%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$74,665	$36.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$73,421	$35.0	18%
Financial Services	$71,554	$34.0	15%
MFG Durable	$69,688	$34.0	12%

Science Librarian Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Science Librarian'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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$57,327

Average $62,221/year

$69,989

$4,777

Average $5,185/month

$5,832

$1,102

Average $1,197/week

$1,346

$28

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,989	$5,832	$1,346	$34
Average	$62,221	$5,185	$1,197	$30
25th Percentile	$57,327	$4,777	$1,102	$28

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