Library Assistants, Clerical pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for library assistants, clerical is $17.98 an hour ($37,410 a year). About 1,110 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($36,910). Tennessee ranks 19th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for library assistants, clerical in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.62 | $24,180 |
| 25% of workers | $14.39 | $29,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.98 | $37,410 |
| 75% of workers | $22.03 | $45,810 |
| 90% of workers | $26.07 | $54,230 |
Library Assistants, Clerical pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | $41,860 | 60 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $41,210 | 530 |
| Clarksville | $36,260 | 40 |
| Knoxville | $35,890 | 120 |
| Memphis | $34,270 | 130 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $32,320 | 60 |
| Cleveland | $21,700 | 50 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $36,140 |
| Office Clerks, General | $38,860 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $45,810 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $34,910 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $76,470 |
| Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | $68,190 |
| File Clerks | $43,010 |
| Customer Service Representatives | $42,830 |
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