Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,430 -21.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.24
10th percentile $39,700
90th percentile $90,370
Employed locally 60
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,700
    25th
    $45,300
    50th (median)
    $50,430
    75th
    $77,140
    90th
    $90,370

    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 Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$32,400
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$63,360
    Self-Enrichment Teachers$38,180
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$63,180
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$74,730
    Postsecondary Teachers, All Other$48,080

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Central Oregon is $24.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Central Oregon is 21.6% 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 Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,700 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,300.