Library Technicians Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,190 -9.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.40
10th percentile $30,070
90th percentile $56,080
Employed locally 60
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,070
    25th
    $32,560
    50th (median)
    $36,190
    75th
    $46,360
    90th
    $56,080

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $30,270
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $58,920
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $59,530
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $36,660
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $35,240
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $59,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Library Technicians make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in South Illinois is $17.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.30 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Library Technicians salaries?

    The median Library Technicians salary in South Illinois is 9.5% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,070 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,560.