2026 Library Survey Benchmarking Report Now Available

By Monica Sorenson, PHR, SHRM-CP, Survey Manager
Published July 14, 2026

Just as your library serves as an invaluable resource for your community, HR Source is proud to serve as your invaluable ally for all things HR. That's why we're excited to announce that the 2026 Library Survey Benchmarking Report is now available! 

This year's report includes data from 131 libraries representing 6,097 employees and provides compensation benchmarking data for 67 library positions. Whether you're reviewing pay ranges, planning your budget, or evaluating the market competitiveness of your benefits package, the report gives you the insights you need to make informed decisions.

In addition to compensation data, the report includes comprehensive benefits benchmarking information for:

• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
• Medical insurance, including HMO, PPO and High-Deductible Health Plans.
• Retirement benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pay administration.
• Turnover.
• Parental Leave.

The 2026 benchmarking report also includes two new positions:

• Marketing Assistant
• Security Supervisor

If your library participated in the survey as an HR Source member, you received a complimentary copy of the report earlier this month. If you didn't participate this year, you can purchase your copy today.

Need additional support? Our compensation specialists can help you benchmark positions, interpret survey data, and develop competitive compensation pay ranges for your organization. Contact us at 800-448-4584 or [email protected] to get started.