Librarians Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 14,000 employees
25th percentile
£17,672
Median
£28,300
Mean
£31,447
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 25th percentile | £17,672 |
| Median | £28,300 |
| Mean | £31,447 |
Pay by period
Weekly
£537
Mean £621
Hourly
£17.73
Mean £20.20
| Pay period | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | £537 | £621 |
| Hourly | £17.73 | £20.20 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Sector pay context
Average weekly earnings in the Education sector are £620/week. Earnings grew +3.0% over the past 12 months vs +2.9% nationally.
Source: ONS Average Weekly Earnings (EARN03), not seasonally adjusted · December 2025
Take-home pay estimate
£
MonthlyAnnual
Gross salary
£2,358£28,300
−Income tax
£262£3,146
−National Insurance
£105£1,258
=Take-home pay
£1,991£23,896
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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