As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Reference Librarian in Saint Cloud, MN is $70,668, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,359 weekly, or $5,889 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 Saint Cloud, MN vary widely, spanning from $55,028 to $84,677. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,481) and 75th percentile ($78,001), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,677 per year. This $15,520 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, Saint Cloud Reference Librarian often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Saint Cloud currently ranks 402 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 $55,028 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $62,481 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $70,668 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $78,001 Saint Cloud, MN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $84,677 Saint Cloud, MN 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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    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 Saint Cloud, MN. The base salary for Reference Librarian ranges from $62,481 to $78,001 with the average base salary of $70,668. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,265 to $89,613 with the average total cash compensation of $77,569.
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About Saint Cloud, Minnesota    St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according....More

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