Technical Services Librarian Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Services Librarian make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Services Librarian in the United States is $63,071 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Technical Services Librarian's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,050
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,309 to $69,865
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,242
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View as table View as graph 25% $55,309 10% $48,242 90% $76,050 75% $69,865 $63,071 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Technical Services Librarian Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $69,865 $5,822 $1,344 $34
Average $63,071 $5,256 $1,213 $30
25th Percentile $55,309 $4,609 $1,064 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Services Librarian Salaries

A Technical Services Librarian's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Technical Services Librarian Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Services Librarian's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $62,572
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,096
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,056
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,266
  • Expert (over 8 years): $132,369
Levels Salary
Technical... Level Technical Services Librarian$62,572
Technical... Level Technical Services Librarian$78,096
Technical... Level Technical Services Librarian$97,056
Technical... Level Technical Services Librarian$118,266
Library T... Level Technical Services Librarian$132,369
$62,572 0 yr
$78,096 < 2 yrs
$97,056 2-4 yrs
$118,266 5-8 yrs
$132,369 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Technical Services Librarian Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Technical Services Librarians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,833.
  • California: $69,568.
  • Massachusetts: $68,641.

Top Paying Cities for Technical Services Librarians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $79,552
  • San Francisco: $78,681
  • Oakland: $77,023

What Skills Can Increase a Technical Services Librarian's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 21.92% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Word Processing (Mentioned in 3.32% Job Postings): word processing, operation in which a text-editing software program called a word processor is used to create a document on a computer. A word-processing system can produce a wide variety of documents, including letters, memoranda, and manuals, rapidly and at relatively low cost.
  • Programming (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 21.92%
Word Processing 3.32%
Programming 2.33%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Technical Services Librarian's salary.
  • Resource Management: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Resource Management
$73,163
16%
Presentation
$71,271
13%
Leadership
$70,640
12%
Interpersonal Communication
$70,009
11%
Creativity
$67,486
7%
Collaboration
$66,856
6%
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Technical Services Librarian Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Services Librarian roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 57% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Technical Services Librarian positions in Transportation or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Services Librarian as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Services Librarian

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$78,839$38.025%
Financial Services$75,686$36.020%
Biotechnology$72,532$35.015%
Energy & Utilities$70,640$34.012%
Internet$69,379$33.010%

How Education impacts a Technical Services Librarian's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Technical Services Librarians enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Technical Services Librarian with a Associate's Degree is between $57,059 and $65,000).

Technical Services Librarian Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Technical Services Librarian
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 30.0%
High School 30.0%
Associates 10.0%
Bachelors 30.0%
Masters 30.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Technical Services Librarian Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Services Librarian's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Technical Services Librarian

Salaries for a Technical Services Librarian can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,214 in 2023 to around $53,687 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Services Librarian salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Technical Services Librarian Over Time

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$54,214
2024
$53,964
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    Columbus, OH

    Impact.com | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    MGM Transformers | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Vertiv Holdings | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Wright Technical Services | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Wright Technical Services | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Technical Services Librarian

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Technical Services Librarian?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Technical Services Librarian roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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