Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $68,250 +6.1% vs national
Median hourly $32.81
10th percentile $39,970
90th percentile $90,340
Employed locally 120
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,970
    25th
    $44,820
    50th (median)
    $68,250
    75th
    $82,440
    90th
    $90,340

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $35,740
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $63,150
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $74,120
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $54,320
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $37,690
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $74,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Eastern Oregon is $32.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.49 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Eastern Oregon is 6.1% above 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,970 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,820.