Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for library science teachers, postsecondary in the United States was $80,340 (— per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,200 | — |
| 25th | $64,080 | — |
| Median | $80,340 | — |
| 75th | $100,910 | — |
| 90th | $129,120 | — |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 25-1082
- Total U.S. employment: 3,630
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
Reading the data
The mean wage of $88,110 sits 9.7% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $76,340 | — | -5.0% | 130 |
| California | $125,640 | — | +56.4% | 310 |
| Florida | $75,500 | — | -6.0% | 100 |
| Georgia | $72,510 | — | -9.7% | 110 |
| Illinois | $80,760 | — | +0.5% | 390 |
| Indiana | $83,330 | — | +3.7% | 80 |
| Iowa | $83,950 | — | +4.5% | 40 |
| Kansas | $66,100 | — | -17.7% | 60 |
| Kentucky | $63,660 | — | -20.8% | 60 |
| Maryland | $123,170 | — | +53.3% | 90 |
| Massachusetts | $80,850 | — | +0.6% | 50 |
| Michigan | $83,370 | — | +3.8% | 70 |
| Minnesota | $83,710 | — | +4.2% | 110 |
| Mississippi | $59,920 | — | -25.4% | 100 |
| Missouri | $74,800 | — | -6.9% | 60 |
| Nebraska | $66,190 | — | -17.6% | 40 |
| New Jersey | $85,130 | — | +6.0% | 120 |
| New York | $76,060 | — | -5.3% | 210 |
| North Carolina | $79,460 | — | -1.1% | 250 |
| Ohio | $82,610 | — | +2.8% | 50 |
| Oklahoma | $65,620 | — | -18.3% | 80 |
| Oregon | $81,890 | — | +1.9% | 90 |
| Pennsylvania | $86,250 | — | +7.4% | 30 |
| South Carolina | $65,310 | — | -18.7% | 40 |
| Tennessee | $76,940 | — | -4.2% | 210 |
| Texas | $76,940 | — | -4.2% | 180 |
| Virginia | $82,880 | — | +3.2% | 100 |
| Washington | $104,540 | — | +30.1% | 90 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Related Occupations
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers — $44,080/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers — $48,520/yr
- Construction Laborers — $47,120/yr
- Business Operations Specialists, All Other — $83,050/yr
- Project Management Specialists — $102,320/yr
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $72,040/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for library science teachers, postsecondary?
The median annual wage for library science teachers, postsecondary is $80,340 (— per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays library science teachers, postsecondary the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many library science teachers, postsecondary are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 3,630 library science teachers, postsecondary employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do library science teachers, postsecondary make per hour?
The median hourly wage is —. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.