Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,140 -31.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.22
10th percentile $29,850
90th percentile $66,950
Employed locally 130
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,850
    25th
    $34,810
    50th (median)
    $44,140
    75th
    $58,310
    90th
    $66,950

    Top-paying metros for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $101,900
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $100,810
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $99,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $99,370
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $98,820
    Bellingham, WA $98,760

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$31,410
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$47,680
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$58,300
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$49,520
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$38,240
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$35,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Arizona is $21.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.35 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salaries?

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Arizona is 31.4% below the national median of $64,320. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Arizona?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,850 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,810.