Library Technicians Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $33,980 -15% vs national
Median hourly $16.34
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $42,640
Employed locally 180
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,300
    50th (median)
    $33,980
    75th
    $35,600
    90th
    $42,640

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $31,450
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $62,430
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $62,290
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $36,980
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $63,290
    Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $60,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Library Technicians make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Southwest New York is $16.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.19 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Library Technicians salaries?

    The median Library Technicians salary in Southwest New York is 15% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,300.