Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $45,420 -29.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.84
10th percentile $31,450
90th percentile $70,030
Employed locally 240
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,450
    25th
    $37,060
    50th (median)
    $45,420
    75th
    $58,220
    90th
    $70,030

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $74,560
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $75,790
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $35,030
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $74,600
    Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $105,750
    Tutors $64,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Southern Ohio is $21.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Southern Ohio is 29.4% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $31,450 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,060.