Creative & Education Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Librarian Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median librarian salary in Wilmington, DE is $64,250 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$64,250
vs State Avg
+$2,448
vs National
+$3,060
Cost of Living
105%

Librarian Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level librarian earns around $44,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,100
+$2,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$65,100
+$3,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,400
+$4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $41,160
25th Percentile $51,450
Median (50th) $64,250
75th Percentile $81,060
90th Percentile $101,430

Librarian Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$62,414
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$60,578
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$59,966
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$58,742
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Librarian in Wilmington

Education

Most librarian positions require a master's degree. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Information ScienceResearchCatalogingCommunity ProgrammingDigital LiteracyDatabase Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, librarian employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Wilmington may vary based on local industry and population growth.