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Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Massachusetts
Ranked #10 of 51 · MA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of librarians and media collections specialistss in Massachusetts earn between $50,260 and $109,060. 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 Massachusetts is $80,220, about 10.1% above the U.S. average ($72,840). That works out to roughly $39/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $79,450 | $81,970 | 3,660 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $78,780 | $76,730 | 250 |
| Worcester, MA | $75,160 | $75,390 | 490 |
| Springfield, MA | $71,430 | $72,540 | 270 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $70,040 | $75,750 | 130 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $66,940 | $72,930 | 180 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $58,710 | $62,970 | 130 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do librarians and media collections specialists make in Massachusetts?
The median librarians and media collections specialists salary in Massachusetts is $78,540 per year (mean $80,220), and about 80% earn between $50,260 and $109,060.
How much do librarians and media collections specialists make per hour in Massachusetts?
Roughly $39 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $80,220 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Massachusetts a high-paying state for librarians and media collections specialists?
Massachusetts ranks #10 of 51 states for librarians and media collections specialists pay. Its mean salary of $80,220 is about 10.1% above the U.S. average of $72,840.
Which metro areas in Massachusetts pay librarians and media collections specialists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Massachusetts for librarians and media collections specialists are Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH ($79,450), Amherst Town-Northampton, MA ($78,780), Worcester, MA ($75,160), by median annual wage.
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