Library Technicians pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for library technicians is $22.64 an hour ($47,100 a year). About 1,520 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($44,580). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($47,120).
Pay range for library technicians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.43 | $36,260 |
| 25% of workers | $18.37 | $38,220 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.64 | $47,100 |
| 75% of workers | $27.71 | $57,640 |
| 90% of workers | $30.24 | $62,910 |
Library Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Champaign-Urbana | $53,680 | 190 |
| Decatur | $50,650 | 40 |
| Springfield | $47,990 | 50 |
| Bloomington | $47,930 | 30 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $47,100 | 1,520 |
| Peoria | $43,440 | 60 |
| Rockford | $31,200 | 70 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for library technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -6.4% over ten years, declining · about 10,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $38,450 |
| Office Clerks, General | $46,330 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $50,440 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $38,060 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $60,730 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $101,660 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $35,160 |
| File Clerks | $58,320 |
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