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Librarian Salary in Austin, Texas

The median librarian salary in Austin, TX is $64,250 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 14.1% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$64,250
vs State Avg
+$7,955
vs National
+$3,060
Cost of Living
105%

Librarian Salary in Austin by Experience

In Austin, an entry-level librarian earns around $44,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,100
+$2,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$65,100
+$3,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,400
+$4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Austin, TX

Percentile Austin
10th Percentile $41,160
25th Percentile $51,450
Median (50th) $64,250
75th Percentile $81,060
90th Percentile $101,430

Librarian Salary in Other Texas Cities

How to Become a Librarian in Austin

Education

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