Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,480 -27.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.35
10th percentile $29,290
90th percentile $85,220
Employed locally 50
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,290
    25th
    $33,840
    50th (median)
    $46,480
    75th
    $57,360
    90th
    $85,220

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $29,520
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $60,460
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $60,730
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $31,040
    Instructional Coordinators $40,950
    Teachers and Instructors, All Other $62,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Northwestern Idaho is $22.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.45 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Northwestern Idaho is 27.7% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,290 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,840.