As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Librarian in Fort Collins, CO is $62,957, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,211 weekly, or $5,246 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Research Librarian in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Research Librarian in Fort Collins, CO vary widely, spanning from $49,030 to $75,448. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,667) and 75th percentile ($69,495), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,448 per year. This $13,828 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, Fort Collins Research Librarian often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Fort Collins currently ranks 380 statewide for Research 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
Research Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $49,030 Fort Collins, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $55,667 Fort Collins, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $62,957 Fort Collins, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $69,495 Fort Collins, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $75,448 Fort Collins, CO August 01, 2026
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    Research Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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