Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Connecticut

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

Median annual salary $59,960 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.83
10th percentile $39,900
90th percentile $96,330
Employed locally 140
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,900
    25th
    $45,660
    50th (median)
    $59,960
    75th
    $76,530
    90th
    $96,330

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $38,630
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $76,120
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $76,890
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $78,480
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $44,740
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $45,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Connecticut is $28.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.52 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Connecticut is 6.8% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,900 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,660.