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Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Reference Librarian in United States are Education with a median total pay of $75,743, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $73,944 and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $72,796.
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Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Frequently asked questions about Reference Librarian salaries
The average salary for Reference Librarian is $95,388 per year or $46 per hour, with top earners making up to $151,226 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $75,257 (25th percentile) to $121,873 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 541 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Reference Librarian employees.
The highest salary for Reference Librarian is $121,873 per year, $10,156 per month or $59 per hour.
The lowest salary for Reference Librarian is $75,257 per year, $6,271 per month or $36 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Reference Librarian ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $49,359 per year (estimate) and goes up to $195,027 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.