Creative & Education Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Librarian Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median librarian salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $48,952 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 3.6% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$48,952
vs State Avg
$-1,836
vs National
$-12,238
Cost of Living
80%

Librarian Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level librarian earns around $33,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,600
$-8,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,600
$-12,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$70,400
$-17,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $31,360
25th Percentile $39,200
Median (50th) $48,952
75th Percentile $61,760
90th Percentile $77,280

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How to Become a Librarian in Hattiesburg

Education

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