Library Technicians Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $34,580 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $16.63
10th percentile $22,990
90th percentile $47,900
Employed locally 230
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,990
    25th
    $25,750
    50th (median)
    $34,580
    75th
    $42,480
    90th
    $47,900

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $24,220
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $46,570
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $51,350
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $49,900
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $35,700
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $34,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Southeast Iowa is $16.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Library Technicians salary in Southeast Iowa is 13.5% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $22,990 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,750.