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Job outlook for electronic resources librarians in the United States
Are electronic resources librarian jobs in demand?
Electronic resources librarian job and salary trends over time
Electronic resources librarian jobs over time
Electronic resources librarian job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 991 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,048 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,053 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 975 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 984 | 0.00% |
Average electronic resources librarian salary over time
Electronic resources librarian salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $51,325 | $24.68 | +3.7% |
| 2025 | $49,478 | $23.79 | +2.1% |
| 2024 | $48,459 | $23.30 | +0.9% |
| 2023 | $48,024 | $23.09 | +1.5% |
| 2022 | $47,335 | $22.76 | +1.4% |
Electronic resources librarian jobs by state
Most common states for electronic resources librarians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 129 | 19% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 102 | 11% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 132 | 10% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 73 | 10% |
| 5 | Vermont | 623,657 | 60 | 10% |
| 6 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 50 | 9% |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 522 | 8% |
| 8 | Alaska | 739,795 | 60 | 8% |
| 9 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 376 | 7% |
| 10 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 131 | 7% |
| 11 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 72 | 7% |
| 12 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 72 | 7% |
| 13 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 63 | 7% |
| 14 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 716 | 6% |
| 15 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 493 | 6% |
| 16 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 437 | 6% |
| 17 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 347 | 6% |
| 18 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 266 | 6% |
| 19 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 174 | 6% |
| 20 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 86 | 6% |
Most common cities for electronic resources librarians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Chicago | 1 | 3% | $51,220 |
| 2 | Vallejo | 1 | 1% | $62,248 |
| 3 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $50,810 |
| 4 | Denver | 1 | 0% | $40,740 |
| 5 | Los Angeles | 1 | 0% | $51,343 |
Electronic Resources Librarian job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of electronic resources librarian experts
Texas Woman's University
Kerol Harrod
Lecturer, School of Library and Information Studies, Texas Woman’s UniversityTexas Woman's University
Computer And Information Sciences
What Electronic Resources Librarian skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
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.
What will help Electronic Resources Librarians increase their earning potential?
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.