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Librarian

A comprehensive guide to Librarian licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$63,989 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

Washington

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
WA
WashingtonCompact: No
94,400Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Yes
86,590Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MD
MarylandCompact: Yes
81,690Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
NV
NevadaCompact: Pending
79,710Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
NJ
New JerseyCompact: Yes
79,380Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
DE
DelawareCompact: No
78,300Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states