Library Technicians Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,430 +6.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.40
10th percentile $31,590
90th percentile $51,290
Employed locally 90
National median $39,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,590
    25th
    $37,270
    50th (median)
    $42,430
    75th
    $49,530
    90th
    $51,290

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $49,230
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $51,290
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $27,160
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $31,160
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $28,120
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $50,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Library Technicians make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Library Technicians in Western North Carolina is $20.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.70 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Library Technicians salaries?

    The median Library Technicians salary in Western North Carolina is 6.2% above 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Library Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,590 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,270.