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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Library Technician?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Library Technician roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Library Technician's salary?

A Library Technician's salary grows with experience: a Library Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $38,872, a Library Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $43,392, a Library Technician (3-5 years)earns $55,968, a Library Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $62,473, a Library Services Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,397,

What are the highest paying states for a Library Technician?

Library Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Library Technician roles are District of Columbia $61,927, California $61,692, Massachusetts $60,870. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Library Technician roles make?

Salaries for Library Technician level roles vary by specialization: Dean - Library: $118,245; Senior Library Technician: $93,558; Library Director: $76,906; Library Archivist: $74,850; Library Page: $73,879.

Library Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Library Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Library Technician in Delaware is $56,642 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,139
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,364 to $65,801
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,648

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Library Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,801	$5,483	$1,265	$32
Average	$56,642	$4,720	$1,089	$27
25th Percentile	$50,364	$4,197	$969	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Library Technician Salaries

A Library Technician'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 Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Library Technician'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): $38,872
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,392
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,968
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,473
Expert (over 8 years): $90,397

Levels	Salary
Library A... Level Library Technician	$38,872
Library A... Level Library Technician	$43,392
Library T... Level Library Technician	$55,968
Library A... Level Library Technician	$62,473
Library S... Level Library Technician	$90,397

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How Do Library Technician 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 Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,927.
California: $61,692.
Massachusetts: $60,870.

District of Columbia $61,927 California $61,692 Massachusetts $60,870 Washington $60,646 New Jersey $60,624 Alaska $60,546 Connecticut $59,774 New York $59,461

Hawaii $58,459 Rhode Island $57,990 Maryland $57,671 Minnesota $57,234 Colorado $57,067 Illinois $57,011 Oregon $56,798 Delaware $56,642

New Hampshire $56,543 Virginia $56,323 Pennsylvania $55,680 Nevada $55,355 North Dakota $55,249 Michigan $55,081 Wisconsin $55,020 Vermont $54,897

Texas $54,555 Maine $54,533 Arizona $54,499 Ohio $54,460 Georgia $53,946 Indiana $53,688 Wyoming $53,638 Utah $53,560

Iowa $53,526 Kansas $53,258 Louisiana $53,179 North Carolina $53,152 Missouri $53,140 Florida $52,922 Montana $52,805 Nebraska $52,693

Kentucky $52,631 South Carolina $52,408 Tennessee $52,268 Idaho $52,212 New Mexico $51,804 Oklahoma $51,714 Alabama $51,384 South Dakota $50,830

Arkansas $50,528 West Virginia $50,366 Mississippi $49,880

Top Paying Cities for Library Technicians

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: $56,387
Little Creek: $56,799
Magnolia: $56,718

Lincoln, DE $56,387 Little Creek, DE $56,799 Magnolia, DE $56,718 Milford, DE $56,530 Marydel, DE $56,623 Millsboro, DE $56,150 Millville, DE $56,237 Milton, DE $56,334

Nassau, DE $56,375 Ocean View, DE $56,227 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,335 Seaford, DE $56,367 Selbyville, DE $56,134 Smyrna, DE $56,839 Viola, DE $56,577 Woodside, DE $56,729

Bear, DE $56,598 Newark, DE $56,577 Claymont, DE $56,693 Delaware City, DE $56,633 Hockessin, DE $56,572 Kirkwood, DE $56,623 Middletown, DE $56,644 Montchanin, DE $56,585

New Castle, DE $56,593 Odessa, DE $56,672 Port Penn, DE $56,710 Rockland, DE $56,590 Saint Georges, DE $56,627 Townsend, DE $56,714 Winterthur, DE $56,597 Lewes, DE $56,356

Wilmington, DE $56,575 Dover, DE $56,799 Dover Afb, DE $56,500 Bethany Beach, DE $56,168 Bethel, DE $56,226 Bridgeville, DE $56,359 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,639 Cheswold, DE $56,781

Clayton, DE $56,783 Dagsboro, DE $56,129 Delmar, DE $56,039 Ellendale, DE $56,209 Felton, DE $56,525 Fenwick Island, DE $56,141 Frankford, DE $56,043 Frederica, DE $56,581

Georgetown, DE $56,107 Greenwood, DE $56,368 Harbeson, DE $56,167 Harrington, DE $56,454 Hartly, DE $56,629 Houston, DE $56,373 Kenton, DE $56,785 Laurel, DE $56,074

Yorklyn, DE $56,588

Library Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Library Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 22% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Library Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Library Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Library Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$63,439	$30.0	12%
Insurance	$61,739	$30.0	9%
Business Services	$61,173	$29.0	8%
Energy & Utilities	$60,040	$29.0	6%
Healthcare	$58,907	$28.0	4%

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

Understanding how a Library Technician'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.

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$50,364

Average $56,642/year

$65,801

$4,197

Average $4,720/month

$5,483

$969

Average $1,089/week

$1,265

$24

Average $27/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,801	$5,483	$1,265	$32
Average	$56,642	$4,720	$1,089	$27
25th Percentile	$50,364	$4,197	$969	$24

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