How much does a Library Staff make in Milwaukee, WI?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Library Staff in Milwaukee, WI is $41,859. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,014 to $51,443, with most professionals earning between $30,692 and $60,169.

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What is a Library Staff?

Library Staff are responsible for providing a wide range of services to library patrons, including assisting with research, locating materials, and providing information about library resources. They also help to maintain the library's collection by shelving and organizing materials, processing new acquisitions, and ensuring that the library is clean and orderly. Additionally, Library Staff may assist with programming and events, such as storytimes, book clubs, and workshops. They are also responsible for enforcing library policies and procedures, and may assist with technology support and troubleshooting for library patrons. Overall, Library Staff play a crucial role in ensuring that the library is a welcoming and accessible resource for the community.

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Library Staff in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Library Staff in Milwaukee, WI. The base salary for Library Staff ranges from $36,014 to $51,443 with the average base salary of $41,859. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,815 to $52,286 with the average total cash compensation of $42,619.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $41,859 $36,014 - $51,443
Bonus $760 $801 - $842
Total Pay $42,619 $36,815 - $52,286
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Waukesha, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,723 - $51,027 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Racine, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,593 - $50,843 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Kenosha, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,593 - $50,843 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Waukegan, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,204 - $51,715 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,356 - $50,504 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
CITY, STATE Mount Prospect, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,090 - $54,409 COMPARE TO Milwaukee, WI
See salaries for Library Staff in locations close to Milwaukee, WI. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Library Services Manager LOCATION Milwaukee, WI MINIMUM SALARY $96,395 MAXIMUM SALARY $130,703
JOB TITLE Library Technical Services Manager LOCATION Milwaukee, WI MINIMUM SALARY $117,827 MAXIMUM SALARY $154,583
JOB TITLE Library Services Supervisor LOCATION Milwaukee, WI MINIMUM SALARY $81,955 MAXIMUM SALARY $106,757
JOB TITLE Medical Library Services Manager LOCATION Milwaukee, WI MINIMUM SALARY $85,183 MAXIMUM SALARY $106,612
JOB TITLE Library Services Operations Manager LOCATION Milwaukee, WI MINIMUM SALARY $96,400 MAXIMUM SALARY $130,800
JOB TITLE Health Science Library Manager LOCATION Milwaukee, WI MINIMUM SALARY $85,200 MAXIMUM SALARY $106,700
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