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The average salary for an Electronic Resources Librarian is approximately $51,325 per year. This figure varies depending on various factors such as location, years of experience, and specific job responsibilities. In states with a higher cost of living, salaries can be significantly more competitive.
State salaries reflect regional demands and budgets. For instance, states like California and New York often offer salaries above the national average, making these regions attractive for job seekers. Conversely, states with lower living costs may offer lower salaries.
Beyond traditional libraries, Electronic Resources Librarians find roles in universities, public libraries, and corporate settings. Each environment may present unique salary structures and benefits, allowing professionals to choose paths that suit their career aspirations.
As digital resources continue to evolve, the demand for skilled Electronic Resources Librarians is expected to grow. Continuous education and professional development can enhance earning potential and open doors to higher-paying positions.
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The average electronic resources librarian salary in Alaska, Washington, and New Jersey are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average electronic resources librarian salary states are South Dakota, Louisiana, and Arizona.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $67,704 | $32.55 |
| 2 | Connecticut | $62,921 | $30.25 |
| 3 | Washington | $63,855 | $30.70 |
| 4 | Pennsylvania | $63,413 | $30.49 |
| 5 | North Dakota | $54,768 | $26.33 |
| 6 | Oregon | $59,574 | $28.64 |
| 7 | New Jersey | $63,796 | $30.67 |
| 8 | Delaware | $55,203 | $26.54 |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $59,077 | $28.40 |
| 10 | Michigan | $57,891 | $27.83 |
| 11 | Minnesota | $56,574 | $27.20 |
| 12 | Virginia | $60,137 | $28.91 |
| 13 | New York | $55,434 | $26.65 |
| 14 | Nevada | $51,319 | $24.67 |
| 15 | Massachusetts | $56,778 | $27.30 |
| 16 | Rhode Island | $53,728 | $25.83 |
| 17 | Utah | $53,694 | $25.81 |
| 18 | New Hampshire | $51,329 | $24.68 |
| 19 | Nebraska | $50,970 | $24.50 |
| 20 | California | $54,009 | $25.97 |
| 21 | Illinois | $50,420 | $24.24 |
| 22 | Maryland | $57,242 | $27.52 |
| 23 | Vermont | $48,624 | $23.38 |
| 24 | Wisconsin | $46,475 | $22.34 |
| 25 | Ohio | $48,542 | $23.34 |
| 26 | Idaho | $49,349 | $23.73 |
| 27 | West Virginia | $47,393 | $22.79 |
| 28 | Hawaii | $48,424 | $23.28 |
| 29 | Mississippi | $49,095 | $23.60 |
| 30 | North Carolina | $46,394 | $22.30 |
| 31 | Kansas | $43,480 | $20.90 |
| 32 | Maine | $43,798 | $21.06 |
| 33 | Kentucky | $44,387 | $21.34 |
| 34 | Iowa | $44,545 | $21.42 |
| 35 | Georgia | $44,596 | $21.44 |
| 36 | Wyoming | $39,156 | $18.82 |
| 37 | Texas | $44,382 | $21.34 |
| 38 | Montana | $40,960 | $19.69 |
| 39 | South Dakota | $40,141 | $19.30 |
| 40 | Indiana | $42,993 | $20.67 |
| 41 | Arizona | $39,505 | $18.99 |
| 42 | Tennessee | $41,755 | $20.07 |
| 43 | South Carolina | $42,666 | $20.51 |
| 44 | Alabama | $42,162 | $20.27 |
| 45 | Missouri | $42,159 | $20.27 |
| 46 | Colorado | $40,750 | $19.59 |
| 47 | Florida | $40,524 | $19.48 |
| 48 | Oklahoma | $40,998 | $19.71 |
| 49 | Louisiana | $39,837 | $19.15 |
| 50 | Arkansas | $37,685 | $18.12 |
| 51 | New Mexico | $39,272 | $18.88 |
The highest-paying cities for electronic resources librarians are Philadelphia, PA, Santa Rosa, CA, and Manassas, VA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia, PA | $63,746 | $30.65 |
| 2 | Santa Rosa, CA | $62,780 | $30.18 |
| 3 | Manassas, VA | $61,653 | $29.64 |
| 4 | Dartmouth, MA | $58,130 | $27.95 |
| 5 | Baltimore, MD | $57,394 | $27.59 |
| 6 | Minneapolis, MN | $56,595 | $27.21 |
| 7 | New York, NY | $55,577 | $26.72 |
| 8 | Providence, RI | $53,749 | $25.84 |
| 9 | Chicago, IL | $50,810 | $24.43 |
| 10 | Iowa City, IA | $44,935 | $21.60 |
| 11 | Fort Worth, TX | $44,603 | $21.44 |
| 12 | Manhattan, KS | $43,713 | $21.02 |
| 13 | Kansas City, MO | $41,959 | $20.17 |
| 14 | Butte-Silver Bow, MT | $40,840 | $19.63 |
| 15 | Denver, CO | $40,740 | $19.59 |
| 16 | Baton Rouge, LA | $39,895 | $19.18 |
| 17 | Laramie, WY | $38,808 | $18.66 |
An electronic resources librarian's salary ranges from $34,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $75,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $75,000 | $6,250 | $36 |
| 75th Percentile | $62,000 | $5,167 | $30 |
| Average | $51,325 | $4,277 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,000 | $3,417 | $20 |
| 10th Percentile | $34,000 | $2,833 | $16 |
The highest paying types of electronic resources librarians are circulation director, library manager, and collection management librarian.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librarian | $53,096 | $4,425 | $25.53 | 1,264 |
| Children's Librarian | $49,900 | $4,158 | $23.99 | 9,834 |
| Youth Services Librarian | $49,971 | $4,164 | $24.02 | 55,418 |
| Reference Librarian | $50,409 | $4,201 | $24.23 | 1,058 |
| Collection Management Librarian | $56,311 | $4,693 | $27.07 | 63,441 |
| Research Librarian | $51,263 | $4,272 | $24.65 | 45,828 |
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Electronic resources librarian salaries at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett and Stanford University are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average electronic resources librarian salary at companies like Harvard University and Novant Health are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simpson Thacher & Bartlett | $90,050 | $43.29 |
| 2 | Stanford University | $81,968 | $39.41 |
| 3 | Harvard University | $80,834 | $38.86 |
| 4 | Novant Health | $66,397 | $31.92 |
| 5 | Mercy College | $64,070 | $30.80 |
| 6 | Brown University | $62,976 | $30.28 |
| 7 | Sonalysts | $62,761 | $30.17 |
| 8 | Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs | $59,695 | $28.70 |
| 9 | Suffolk University | $55,075 | $26.48 |
| 10 | LA State University Continuing | $54,182 | $26.05 |
| 11 | UMass Dartmouth | $53,940 | $25.93 |
| 12 | Vermont Law School | $53,247 | $25.60 |
| 13 | Texas Christian University | $52,652 | $25.31 |
| 14 | Johns Hopkins University | $51,884 | $24.94 |
| 15 | University of Wyoming | $51,766 | $24.89 |
| 16 | Kansas State University | $50,775 | $24.41 |
| 17 | SUNY Delhi | $50,545 | $24.30 |
| 18 | University Of Minnesota Physicians | $49,418 | $23.76 |
| 19 | The University of Kansas Health System | $49,089 | $23.60 |
| 20 | Atla | $48,650 | $23.39 |
The average electronic resources librarian salary has risen by $5,944 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average electronic resources librarian earned $45,381 annually, but today, they earn $51,325 a year. That works out to a 8% change in pay for electronic resources librarians over the last decade.
Compare electronic resources librarian salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare electronic resources librarian salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $51,300 | $24.68 | +3.6% |
| 2024 | $49,500 | $23.79 | +2.1% |
| 2023 | $48,500 | $23.30 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $48,000 | $23.09 | +1.4% |
| 2021 | $47,300 | $22.76 | +1.4% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado | E-Resources Access Librarian | Denver, CO | 06/29/2025 | $54,808 |
| New Mexico State University | Electronic Resources Librarian | Las Cruces, NM | 06/13/2025 | $73,300 |
| Nevada State College | Electronic Resources Librarian | Henderson, NV | 06/10/2025 | $71,342 |
| Texas State University | Resource Sharing Librarian | Nome, TX | 06/05/2025 | $60,000 |
| University of Minnesota | Electronic Resources & Acquisitions Librarian | Minneapolis, MN | 05/28/2025 | $69,000 |
| State of Kansas | Librarian Resource Sharing | Shawnee, KS | 05/23/2025 | $48,001 |
| The Catholic University of America | Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian | Washington, DC | 05/16/2025 | $68,000 |
| University of Colorado | E-Resources Access Librarian | Denver, CO | 05/16/2025 | $54,808 |
| Marist College | Electronic Resources Librarian | Poughkeepsie, NY | 05/14/2025 | $60,406 |
| Marist University | Electronic Resources Librarian | Poughkeepsie, NY | 05/13/2025 | $60,406 |
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