New York Median
$78,590
per year
Hourly Rate
$37.78
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $68,270
State Rank
#8 of 51
11,870 employed here
How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make in New York?
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in New York take home a median of $78,590 annually — roughly $37.78 an hour — which runs 15% above the national median of $68,270.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $52,340 while the top 10% make $129,970 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $63,490 and $99,530 a year.
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $52,340 | $25.16 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $63,490 | $30.52 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $78,590 | $37.78 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $99,530 | $47.85 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $129,970 | $62.49 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in other states
Washington $100,030District of Columbia $96,550California $89,790Maryland $88,570Nevada $84,540Connecticut $79,210Alaska $78,810Massachusetts $78,540New Jersey $78,380Oregon $78,070Delaware $77,700Minnesota $77,650Virginia $77,430Georgia $76,750Colorado $76,480Rhode Island $75,860Texas $71,860Hawaii $68,270Florida $67,060Wisconsin $66,870Kentucky $65,200Alabama $64,650Nebraska $64,060Montana $63,870New Hampshire $63,580Pennsylvania $62,880North Dakota $62,830Illinois $62,700South Carolina $62,640New Mexico $62,530Vermont $62,360Tennessee $62,090Kansas $61,900North Carolina $61,420Louisiana $60,650Ohio $60,630Arizona $60,500Michigan $60,010Maine $59,540Missouri $58,700Iowa $58,440Oklahoma $58,180Mississippi $56,970Arkansas $56,800Idaho $54,130Utah $53,730Indiana $53,500South Dakota $51,210Wyoming $46,530West Virginia $42,980
Working as Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in New York
Nationally, about 134,000 people work as Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($78,590) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make in New York?
The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in New York is $78,590 per year, or about $37.78 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $52,340 at the entry level to $129,970 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Librarians and Media Collections Specialists about 15% more than the national median of $68,270. New York ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $78,590 a year. About 11,870 Librarians and Media Collections Specialists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.