Creative & Education Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Librarian Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median librarian salary in Aurora, IL is $58,131 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$58,131
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,059
Cost of Living
95%

Librarian Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level librarian earns around $39,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,900
$-2,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,900
$-3,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$83,600
$-4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $37,240
25th Percentile $46,550
Median (50th) $58,131
75th Percentile $73,340
90th Percentile $91,770

Librarian Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$66,085
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$65,473
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$52,012
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$50,176
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Librarian in Aurora

Education

Most librarian positions require a master's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.