Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $55,480 -13.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.67
10th percentile $38,470
90th percentile $75,950
Employed locally 230
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,470
    25th
    $43,560
    50th (median)
    $55,480
    75th
    $62,180
    90th
    $75,950

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$36,470
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$59,060
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$60,780
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$60,910
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$34,190
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$36,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in South Central Wisconsin is $26.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 13.7% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,470 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,560.