Library Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $37,030 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.80
10th percentile $29,150
90th percentile $55,370
Employed locally 60
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,150
    25th
    $31,100
    50th (median)
    $37,030
    75th
    $47,540
    90th
    $55,370

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $35,850
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $61,590
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $62,590
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $61,840
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $43,350
    Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $63,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $17.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.83 or more per hour.

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

    The median Library Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 7.4% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,150 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,100.