Library Technicians Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,860 +29.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.93
10th percentile $40,040
90th percentile $59,730
Employed locally 60
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,040
    25th
    $49,940
    50th (median)
    $51,860
    75th
    $55,100
    90th
    $59,730

    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

    Related occupations in Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $37,130
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $80,550
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $82,630
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $82,640
    Self-Enrichment Teachers $62,360
    Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $80,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Library Technicians make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Massachusetts is $24.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.93 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Library Technicians salaries?

    The median Library Technicians salary in Massachusetts is 29.7% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,040 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,940.