Library Assistants, Clerical pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for library assistants, clerical is $14.17 an hour ($29,480 a year). About 1,700 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($36,910). Iowa ranks 46th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for library assistants, clerical in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $10.56 | $21,950 |
| 25% of workers | $12.69 | $26,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.17 | $29,480 |
| 75% of workers | $16.73 | $34,790 |
| 90% of workers | $21.79 | $45,310 |
Library Assistants, Clerical pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dubuque | $34,590 | 50 |
| Iowa City | $33,690 | 190 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $33,120 | 260 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $30,750 | 310 |
| Ames | $30,070 | 110 |
| Cedar Rapids | $28,140 | 70 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $26,790 | 60 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for library assistants, clerical
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -6.4% over ten years, declining · about 12,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $36,640 |
| Office Clerks, General | $44,310 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $45,150 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $37,330 |
| Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | $62,340 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $107,340 |
| Library Technicians | $38,590 |
| Customer Service Representatives | $46,090 |
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