Library Technicians Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $42,070 +5.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.23
10th percentile $22,780
90th percentile $46,820
Employed locally 40
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,780
    25th
    $27,230
    50th (median)
    $42,070
    75th
    $46,820
    90th
    $46,820

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Library Technicians salary vs area income 57% Median Library Technicians salary is 43% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Library Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New Haven, CT $66,260
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $65,630
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $64,110
    Iowa City, IA $63,470
    Yakima, WA $63,270
    Ithaca, NY $62,510

    Nearby metros — Library Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Binghamton, NY $50,220
    Bozeman, MT $39,270
    Billings, MT $37,190
    Great Falls, MT $36,940
    Missoula, MT $36,140

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $57,040
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $35,500
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $73,080
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $57,610
    Instructional Coordinators $59,230
    Self-Enrichment Teachers $48,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Library Technicians make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Helena, MT is $20.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.51 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Library Technicians salaries?

    The median Library Technicians salary in Helena, MT is 5.3% above the national median of $39,970. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Library Technicians in Helena?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $22,780 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,230.