Library Technicians Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $29,350 -26.6% vs national
Median hourly $14.11
10th percentile $19,660
90th percentile $40,180
Employed locally 40
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $19,660
    25th
    $22,910
    50th (median)
    $29,350
    75th
    $37,180
    90th
    $40,180

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $22,320
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $50,730
    Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $53,980
    Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $52,340
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $43,200
    Librarians and Media Collections Specialists $57,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Southwest Louisiana is $14.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.32 or more per hour.

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

    The median Library Technicians salary in Southwest Louisiana is 26.6% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $19,660 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,910.