Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in West Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,790 -7% vs national
Median hourly $28.75
10th percentile $37,680
90th percentile $80,170
Employed locally 100
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,680
    25th
    $45,670
    50th (median)
    $59,790
    75th
    $76,530
    90th
    $80,170

    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 West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $55,910
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $33,560
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $28,490
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $58,360
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $58,210
    Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education $52,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make per hour in West Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in West Montana is $28.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.24 or more per hour.

    Is West Montana above or below average for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salaries?

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in West Montana is 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,680 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,670.