As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Reference Librarian in Ackworth, IA is $72,139, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,387 weekly, or $6,012 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Reference Librarian in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Reference Librarian in Ackworth, IA vary widely, spanning from $56,185 to $86,456. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,788) and 75th percentile ($79,633), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,456 per year. This $15,845 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, Ackworth Reference Librarian often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. 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
Reference Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $56,185 Ackworth, IA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $63,788 Ackworth, IA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $72,139 Ackworth, IA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $79,633 Ackworth, IA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $86,456 Ackworth, IA October 01, 2026
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What is a Reference Librarian ?

The reference desk or information desk of a library is a public service counter where professional librarians provide library users with direction to library materials, advice on library collections and services, and expertise on multiple kinds of information from multiple sources....

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    Reference Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Senior Librarian

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Reference Librarian in Ackworth, IA. The base salary for Reference Librarian ranges from $63,788 to $79,633 with the average base salary of $72,139. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,730 to $90,233 with the average total cash compensation of $78,106.
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About Ackworth, Iowa    Ackworth is a city in Warren County, Iowa, United States. The population was 83 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metro....More

Ackworth, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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