What are the main factors that influence a Library Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Library Assistant's salary?

A Library Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Library Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $38,764, a Library Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $43,271, a Library Assistant (3-5 years)earns $55,749, a Library Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $62,299, a Library Services Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,151,

What are the highest paying states for a Library Assistant?

Library Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Library Assistant roles are District of Columbia $61,684, California $61,450, Massachusetts $60,631. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Library Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Library Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Library Director: $70,455; Library Assistant IV: $61,218; Library Technical Assistant: $61,017; Library Assistant III: $54,781; Library Circulation Assistant: $54,089.

Library Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Library Assistant make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Library Assistant in Delaware is $56,420 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Library Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,853
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,165 to $65,545
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,471

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Library Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,545	$5,462	$1,260	$32
Average	$56,420	$4,702	$1,085	$27
25th Percentile	$50,165	$4,180	$965	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Library Assistant Salaries

A Library Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Library Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Library Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $38,764
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,271
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,749
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,299
Expert (over 8 years): $90,151

Levels	Salary
Library A... Level Library Assistant	$38,764
Library A... Level Library Assistant	$43,271
Library A... Level Library Assistant	$55,749
Library A... Level Library Assistant	$62,299
Library S... Level Library Assistant	$90,151

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How Do Library Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Library Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,684.
California: $61,450.
Massachusetts: $60,631.

District of Columbia $61,684 California $61,450 Massachusetts $60,631 Washington $60,409 New Jersey $60,386 Alaska $60,308 Connecticut $59,539 New York $59,227

Hawaii $58,230 Rhode Island $57,762 Maryland $57,445 Minnesota $57,010 Colorado $56,843 Illinois $56,787 Oregon $56,576 Delaware $56,420

New Hampshire $56,321 Virginia $56,102 Pennsylvania $55,461 Nevada $55,138 North Dakota $55,032 Michigan $54,865 Wisconsin $54,804 Vermont $54,681

Texas $54,341 Maine $54,319 Arizona $54,286 Ohio $54,247 Georgia $53,734 Indiana $53,478 Wyoming $53,428 Utah $53,350

Iowa $53,316 Kansas $53,049 Louisiana $52,971 North Carolina $52,943 Missouri $52,932 Florida $52,715 Montana $52,598 Nebraska $52,486

Kentucky $52,425 South Carolina $52,202 Tennessee $52,063 Idaho $52,007 New Mexico $51,600 Oklahoma $51,511 Alabama $51,183 South Dakota $50,631

Arkansas $50,330 West Virginia $50,169 Mississippi $49,684

Top Paying Cities for Library Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $58,392
Little Creek: $57,851
Magnolia: $58,091

Lincoln, DE $58,392 Little Creek, DE $57,851 Magnolia, DE $58,091 Milford, DE $58,392 Marydel, DE $57,634 Millsboro, DE $58,392 Millville, DE $58,782 Milton, DE $58,392

Nassau, DE $58,392 Ocean View, DE $58,782 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,782 Seaford, DE $57,779 Selbyville, DE $58,782 Smyrna, DE $57,567 Viola, DE $58,091 Woodside, DE $57,924

Bear, DE $57,144 Newark, DE $57,166 Claymont, DE $57,211 Delaware City, DE $57,166 Hockessin, DE $57,211 Kirkwood, DE $57,166 Middletown, DE $57,450 Montchanin, DE $57,211

New Castle, DE $57,211 Odessa, DE $57,528 Port Penn, DE $57,010 Rockland, DE $57,211 Saint Georges, DE $57,166 Townsend, DE $57,445 Winterthur, DE $57,211 Lewes, DE $58,392

Wilmington, DE $57,211 Dover, DE $57,823 Dover Afb, DE $57,957 Bethany Beach, DE $58,782 Bethel, DE $57,779 Bridgeville, DE $58,392 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,885 Cheswold, DE $57,690

Clayton, DE $57,545 Dagsboro, DE $58,782 Delmar, DE $57,779 Ellendale, DE $58,392 Felton, DE $58,392 Fenwick Island, DE $58,782 Frankford, DE $58,782 Frederica, DE $58,392

Georgetown, DE $58,392 Greenwood, DE $58,392 Harbeson, DE $58,392 Harrington, DE $58,392 Hartly, DE $57,517 Houston, DE $58,392 Kenton, DE $57,545 Laurel, DE $57,779

Yorklyn, DE $57,211

Library Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Library Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$50,165

Average $56,420/year

$65,545

$4,180

Average $4,702/month

$5,462

$965

Average $1,085/week

$1,260

$24

Average $27/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,545	$5,462	$1,260	$32
Average	$56,420	$4,702	$1,085	$27
25th Percentile	$50,165	$4,180	$965	$24

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