Library Technicians Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $29,040 -27.3% vs national
Median hourly $13.96
10th percentile $27,450
90th percentile $45,590
Employed locally 50
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,450
    25th
    $28,070
    50th (median)
    $29,040
    75th
    $35,700
    90th
    $45,590

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $49,920
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $30,060
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $27,940
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $59,100
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $49,460
    Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $48,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Southwest Virginia is $13.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.16 or more per hour.

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

    The median Library Technicians salary in Southwest Virginia is 27.3% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $27,450 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,070.