As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Reference Librarian in Jackson, MS is $63,690, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,225 weekly, or $5,308 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Reference Librarian in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Reference Librarian in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $49,595 to $76,317. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,312) and 75th percentile ($70,299), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,317 per year. This $13,987 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, Jackson Reference Librarian often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 statewide for Reference Librarian job salary. 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 $49,595 Jackson, MS January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $56,312 Jackson, MS January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $63,690 Jackson, MS January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $70,299 Jackson, MS January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $76,317 Jackson, MS January 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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  1. This Job:

    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 Jackson, MS. The base salary for Reference Librarian ranges from $56,312 to $70,299 with the average base salary of $63,690. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,623 to $80,765 with the average total cash compensation of $69,910.
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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