Are librarians still in demand?

Job Outlook Employment of librarians and library media specialists is projected to grow 9 percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 15,200 openings for librarians and library media specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Where are librarians paid the most?

The District of Columbia was the U.S. state with the highest annual wages for librarians as of May 2020. Librarians in this state earned a mean annual wage of approximately 86,520 U.S. dollars. Washington placed second on this ranking, as the mean annual wage of librarians in this state amounted to 78,330 U.S. dollars.

What is the highest paying library job?

Some of the highest paying careers and titles in the field of librarianship include:

1. Federal Government Librarian.
2. University Librarian.
3. Special Librarian.
4. Curator.

Is librarian a dying field?

Librarianship is far from a “dead-end field” or a “dying profession.” The field is transforming rapidly. Librarians and library students are leading this transformation. Library professionals are careful to consider the needs of their communities. In 2017, communities overwhelmingly support and defend their libraries.

Are librarians dying?

With the expansion of digital media, the rise of e-books and massive budget cuts, the end of libraries has been predicted many times over. And while it is true that library budgets have been slashed, causing cuts in operating hours and branch closures, libraries are not exactly dying. In fact, libraries are evolving.

What states need librarians?

Geographic profile for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists:

What qualifications do I need to become a librarian?

You can do a degree or postgraduate qualification in librarianship or information management accredited by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals. You’ll need some practical experience, which you can get through an internship during your first degree or by volunteering at a library.

Is becoming a librarian a good career?

Librarians have a pretty good work-life balance Librarians also report a pretty good work-life balance in general. Since they don’t have to work many extra hours and also have free weekends, most librarians are pretty happy with their mix between work and leisure and some of them would even be willing to work more.