| Quick Facts: Librarians | |
|---|---|
| 2012 Median Pay | $55,370 per year $26.62 per hour |
| Entry-Level Education | Master’s degree |
| Work Experience in a Related Occupation | None |
| On-the-job Training | None |
| Number of Jobs, 2012 | 148,400 |
| Job Outlook, 2012-22 | 7% (Slower than average) |
| Employment Change, 2012-22 | 11,000 |
What Librarians Do
Librarians help people find information and conduct research for personal and professional use. Their job duties may change based on the type of library they work in, such as public, school, and medical libraries.
Work Environment
Librarians work for local government, colleges and universities, companies and elementary and secondary schools. Most work full time, but opportunities for part-time work exist.
How to Become a Librarian
Most librarians need a master’s degree in library science. Some positions have additional requirements, such as a teaching certificate or a degree in another field.
Pay
The median annual wage for librarians was $55,370 in May 2012.
Job Outlook
Employment of librarians is projected to grow 7 percent from 2012 to 2022, slower than the average for all occupations. Librarians are needed to assist library patrons in locating information and resources, but growth will be limited as people become more comfortable using electronic resources to conduct their own research.