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Librarian Salary in Austria

How much does a Librarian make in Austria?

€ 53 668 (EUR)/year

Average Bonus

€ 1 181 (EUR)

per Year
Total Compensation

€ 54 188,70

As of July, 08, 2026, the average librarian gross salary in Austria is € 53 668 or an equivalent hourly rate of € 26. In addition, librarians earn an average bonus of € 1 181. An entry level librarian with 1-3 years of experience earns an average salary of € 38 742. At the higher end of the pay range, a senior level librarian with 8+ years of experience earns an average salary of € 60 217. Salary estimates are based on salary survey data collected directly from employers in Austria.
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Salary Potential for a Librarian

Explore the estimated salary growth for a Librarian in Austria for up to 5 years. The estimated salary of a Librarian will be € 55 308 in 1 year and € 62 386 in 5 years.
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Estimated Salary
€ 56 999
Average Growth
6,2 %
The estimated salary for a Librarian in 2 years is € 56 999, which is 6,2 % average growth. This information is based on ERI's compensation database.

Typical Librarian Education

This chart displays the highest level of education for Librarians.

  • 0% of Librarians have less than a High School Degree
  • 9% of Librarians have a High School Diploma
  • 4% of Librarians have an Associate's Degree
  • 24% of Librarians have a Bachelor's Degree
  • 63% of Librarians have a Master's Degree
  • 1% of Librarians have a Doctorate Degree

The typical field of study for a Librarian is Library and Information Science.

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Popular Skills for a Librarian

Maintains library
89%
Supervises classification
48%
Assists patrons
7%
Researches literature
7%
Coordinates activities
6%
Presents recommendation
6%

These are the most popular skills for Librarians. About 89% of Librarians have a skill in Maintains library. The top 3 most popular skills for Librarians are maintains library, supervises classification, and assists patrons.

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Cost of Living in Austria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Librarian do?
Plans the acquisition, organization, maintenance, utilization, and retention of materials and equipment in the library. Maintains library collections of books, serial publications, documents, magazines, newspapers, music recordings, audio books, video recordings, Internet resources, and other resource materials, and aids groups and individuals in locating and obtaining requested materials. Illustrates, explains, and assists in use of electronic resources including computer databases and the Internet, as well as print resources such as card or book catalog or book and periodical indexes. Supervises classification, cataloging, indexing, and shelving of books and materials; in small library, may be the one to perform those duties.
How much does a Librarian make in Austria?
The average salary for a Librarian is € 53 668 per year or € 25,80 per hour in Austria. Top earners have reported making up to € 60 217. However, the typical pay range in Austria is between € 38 742 and € 60 217 annually.
What is the salary trajectory for a Librarian?
Librarian is projected to see a 16.2 % salary change in 5 years.
How can you increase your salary?
Increasing your salary often starts with understanding your value in today’s job market. You can increase your earning potential by building your skills, advancing your education, moving into a new role or industry, switching companies, or negotiating pay.
How can you negotiate a salary offer? 
Negotiating a salary offer involves preparation and finding our your market value. Use our salary calculator to find out how much you should be paid based on what someone in your area, with similar experience, earns. Use this personalized report to help negotiate a higher salary offer or find your dream career. 
What are some factors that impact Librarian salaries? 
Several factors can impact your salary, including experience, company size, job market, location, industry, and more. Understanding how these factors affect your role can help you spot pay gaps and provide opportunities for a competitive salary.

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