As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Law Librarian in the US is $65,380, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,257 weekly, or $5,448 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Law Librarian in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Law Librarian in the US vary widely, spanning from $50,921 to $78,358. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,812) and 75th percentile ($72,173), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,358 per year. This $14,361 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Information Sciences, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Law Librarian often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 84 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Law Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Law Librarian Salary $50,921 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Law Librarian Salary $57,812 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Law Librarian Salary $65,380 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Law Librarian Salary $72,173 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Law Librarian Salary $78,358 US April 01, 2026
25% $57,812 10% $50,921 90% $78,358 75% $72,173 $65,380 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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