As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Reference Librarian in Phoenix, AZ is $70,761, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,361 weekly, or $5,897 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Reference Librarian in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Reference Librarian in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $55,191 to $84,909. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,611) and 75th percentile ($78,166), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,909 per year. This $15,555 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Information Sciences, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Phoenix Reference Librarian often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 395 statewide for Reference Librarian job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Reference Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $55,191 Phoenix, AZ May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $62,611 Phoenix, AZ May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $70,761 Phoenix, AZ May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $78,166 Phoenix, AZ May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $84,909 Phoenix, AZ May 18, 2021
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What is a Reference Librarian ?

The reference desk or information desk of a library is a public service counter where professional librarians provide library users with direction to library materials, advice on library collections and services, and expertise on multiple kinds of information from multiple sources....

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    Reference Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Senior Librarian

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Reference Librarian in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Reference Librarian ranges from $62,611 to $78,166 with the average base salary of $70,761. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,327 to $89,803 with the average total cash compensation of $77,730.
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