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How much do Library Technicians make in Iowa?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Library Technicians in Iowa earn a median salary of $38,590 per year ($3,215/month). This is 8.6% below the national average of $42,214. Iowa ranks #33 out of 51 states for Library Technicians pay. Approximately 1,510 people work in this occupation across Iowa. Salaries increased by 3.8% compared to 2024.
Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Library Technicians in Iowa range from $28,230 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,570 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $30,250 and $48,880.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $28,230 | $13.57 | $2,352 |
| 25th Percentile | $30,250 | $14.54 | $2,520 |
| Median (50th) | $38,590 | $18.55 | $3,215 |
| 75th Percentile | $48,880 | $23.50 | $4,073 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $61,570 | $29.60 | $5,130 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,600 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS