Library Technicians Salary in Northwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $27,370 -31.5% vs national
Median hourly $13.16
10th percentile $22,560
90th percentile $41,770
Employed locally 200
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,560
    25th
    $22,900
    50th (median)
    $27,370
    75th
    $35,650
    90th
    $41,770

    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 Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $28,770
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $48,190
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $56,410
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $36,290
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $47,440
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $28,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Library Technicians make per hour in Northwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Northwest Iowa is $13.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.80 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Iowa above or below average for Library Technicians salaries?

    The median Library Technicians salary in Northwest Iowa is 31.5% below 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 Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $22,560 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,900.