Library Technicians Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $26,000 -35% vs national
Median hourly $12.50
10th percentile $20,480
90th percentile $38,610
Employed locally 80
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,480
    25th
    $21,470
    50th (median)
    $26,000
    75th
    $32,020
    90th
    $38,610

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $27,190
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $50,510
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $57,600
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $57,560
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $35,690
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $28,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Southwest Iowa is $12.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Library Technicians salary in Southwest Iowa is 35% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $20,480 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,470.