Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,510 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.09
10th percentile $38,190
90th percentile $88,670
Employed locally 150
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,190
    25th
    $45,130
    50th (median)
    $60,510
    75th
    $71,330
    90th
    $88,670

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$35,660
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$59,870
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$58,990
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$59,960
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$38,450
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$34,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $29.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 5.9% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,190 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,130.