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Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Maine
Ranked #41 of 51 · ME
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of librarians and media collections specialistss in Maine earn between $36,580 and $83,640. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean librarians and media collections specialists salary in Maine is $60,770, about 16.6% below the U.S. average ($72,840). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Maine
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland, ME | $64,550 | $68,000 | 290 |
| Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $63,750 | $64,000 | 50 |
| Bangor, ME | $62,090 | $62,140 | 70 |
| Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area | $50,260 | $54,280 | 250 |
| Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area | $48,130 | $51,200 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do librarians and media collections specialists make in Maine?
The median librarians and media collections specialists salary in Maine is $59,540 per year (mean $60,770), and about 80% earn between $36,580 and $83,640.
How much do librarians and media collections specialists make per hour in Maine?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,770 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Maine a high-paying state for librarians and media collections specialists?
Maine ranks #41 of 51 states for librarians and media collections specialists pay. Its mean salary of $60,770 is about 16.6% below the U.S. average of $72,840.
Which metro areas in Maine pay librarians and media collections specialists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Maine for librarians and media collections specialists are Portland-South Portland, ME ($64,550), Lewiston-Auburn, ME ($63,750), Bangor, ME ($62,090), by median annual wage.
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