Library Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 68,690 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,300 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,740 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $44,580 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $52,430 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $63,080 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$36K
Median
$45K
75th
$52K
90th
$63K
Highest Paying States for Library Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $64,550 |
| District of Columbia | $62,300 |
| Connecticut | $57,550 |
| California | $56,050 |
| New York | $54,550 |
| Maryland | $53,100 |
| Massachusetts | $53,100 |
| Minnesota | $51,930 |
| Oregon | $51,890 |
| Hawaii | $50,780 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Library Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $64,550 per year, while Hawaii has an average of $50,780 — a difference of $13,770. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Library Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 68,690 workers were employed as Library Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Educational Instruction and Library Occupations. The annual mean wage of $45,500 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 25-4031