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| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 298 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 315 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 317 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 294 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 296 | 0.00% |
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $52,999 | $25.48 | +3.7% |
| 2024 | $51,092 | $24.56 | +2.1% |
| 2023 | $50,040 | $24.06 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $49,590 | $23.84 | +1.5% |
| 2021 | $48,879 | $23.50 | +1.4% |
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 15 | 2% |
| 2 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 61 | 1% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 8 | 1% |
| 4 | Alaska | 739,795 | 5 | 1% |
| 5 | California | 39,536,653 | 86 | 0% |
| 6 | New York | 19,849,399 | 64 | 0% |
| 7 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 37 | 0% |
| 8 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 36 | 0% |
| 9 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 36 | 0% |
| 10 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 32 | 0% |
| 11 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 28 | 0% |
| 12 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 23 | 0% |
| 13 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 15 | 0% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 15 | 0% |
| 15 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 8 | 0% |
| 16 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 6 | 0% |
| 17 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 6 | 0% |
| 18 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 5 | 0% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 3 | 0% |
| 20 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 0 | 0% |
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Portland | 1 | 4% | $46,884 |
| 2 | Flint | 1 | 1% | $60,755 |
| 3 | Tampa | 1 | 0% | $46,183 |
Texas Woman's University
Texas Woman's University
Computer And Information Sciences
Kerol Harrod: Master the skills of the entry-level job you are given in the beginning to get the job you want in the end. Offer to assist with projects that will help you learn the skills you need for success, and always be on the lookout for continuing education opportunities like in-house trainings, conferences, and webinars. If you show an interest in going above and beyond, then you will improve your knowledge and skills, which in turn improves your chances for advancement in the field.
Kerol Harrod: Knowing how to navigate AI and the types of issues that arise therefrom (copyright, plagiarism, AI hallucinations, etc.) will become more important as the technology progresses. Generally keeping abreast of new technologies and ways to access information is also key to providing good service to library patrons. Understanding the basics of community librarianship, evidence-based practice, marketing, and community outreach will be crucial to libraries and librarians looking to maintain relevance in an increasingly connected world.
Kerol Harrod: Much of what I would advise involves just sticking to the basics. Show up to work on time. Have a good attitude and a growth mindset. Don't complain about menial tasks, and always be looking to learn the skills of the next position above you. I started out as the transit driver in my library system, loading and unloading boxes of books that circulated among the different library branches. I worked my way up, and now I am teaching graduate students how to become librarians. Put in the time and do the work. Networking is a huge part of success, so it's important to maintain good connections with co-workers, former professors, and fellow librarians. Finally, consider establishing a mentorship with a successful, trusted colleague who has experience in the position you want to attain. Personal connections go a long way.