Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,270 -28.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.24
10th percentile $29,700
90th percentile $72,130
Employed locally 130
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,700
    25th
    $37,750
    50th (median)
    $46,270
    75th
    $58,040
    90th
    $72,130

    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $63,010
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $72,390
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $34,850
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $62,780
    Tutors $53,100
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $31,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Eastern Ohio is $22.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Eastern Ohio is 28.1% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,700 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,750.