Library Assistants, Clerical pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for library assistants, clerical is $22.85 an hour ($47,540 a year). About 2,810 people work in this job there.
That is 29% higher than the U.S. median ($36,910). Washington ranks 3rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for library assistants, clerical in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.01 | $37,450 |
| 25% of workers | $19.19 | $39,910 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.85 | $47,540 |
| 75% of workers | $26.63 | $55,380 |
| 90% of workers | $29.61 | $61,590 |
Library Assistants, Clerical pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kennewick-Richland | $51,460 | 140 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $50,560 | 1,050 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $50,180 | 40 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $48,220 | 110 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $47,830 | 140 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $47,780 | 60 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $45,480 | 270 |
| Bellingham | $44,440 | 230 |
| Yakima | $36,860 | 120 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $44,620 |
| Office Clerks, General | $50,500 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $57,330 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $44,710 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $128,940 |
| Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | $79,250 |
| Library Technicians | $62,570 |
| File Clerks | $45,830 |
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