Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $55,990 -13% vs national
Median hourly $26.92
10th percentile $38,690
90th percentile $79,490
Employed locally 120
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,690
    25th
    $44,990
    50th (median)
    $55,990
    75th
    $68,230
    90th
    $79,490

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$35,810
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$49,410
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$60,770
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$60,060
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$38,540
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$29,570

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Western Wisconsin is $26.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Western Wisconsin is 13% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,690 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,990.