Creative & Education Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

Librarian Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median librarian salary in Jackson, MS is $52,012 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$52,012
vs State Avg
+$1,224
vs National
$-9,178
Cost of Living
85%

Librarian Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level librarian earns around $35,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,700
$-6,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,700
$-9,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,800
$-13,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $33,320
25th Percentile $41,650
Median (50th) $52,012
75th Percentile $65,620
90th Percentile $82,110

Librarian Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

How to Become a Librarian in Jackson

Education

Most librarian positions require a master's degree. Jackson 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 Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.