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Librarian Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median librarian salary in Indianapolis, IN is $56,907 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$56,907
vs State Avg
+$1,836
vs National
$-4,283
Cost of Living
93%

Librarian Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level librarian earns around $39,060, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,840 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,060
$-2,940 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,660
$-4,340 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,840
$-6,160 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $36,456
25th Percentile $45,570
Median (50th) $56,907
75th Percentile $71,796
90th Percentile $89,838

Librarian Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$64,250
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$52,012
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$51,400
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$50,788
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Librarian in Indianapolis

Education

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