Creative & Education Montana (MT) Rank #25 of 50

Librarian Salary in Montana

The median librarian salary in Montana is $58,131 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $61,190.

Median Salary
$58,131
vs National
$-3,059
State Rank
#25 of 50
Cost of Living
95%

Librarian Salary in Montana by Experience

In Montana, an entry-level librarian earns around $39,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $83,600 per year. The cost of living index in Montana 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 Montana

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

Major Cities for Librarians in Montana

The largest employment areas for librarians in Montana include Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Billings, MT
Metro area for librarian employment
Missoula, MT
Metro area for librarian employment
Great Falls, MT
Metro area for librarian employment
Bozeman, MT
Metro area for librarian employment
Helena, MT
Metro area for librarian employment

How to Become a Librarian in Montana

Education

Most librarian positions require a master's degree. Montana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Information ScienceResearchCatalogingCommunity ProgrammingDigital LiteracyDatabase Management

Job Outlook in Montana

Nationally, librarian employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Montana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.