Library Technicians pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for library technicians is $18.55 an hour ($38,590 a year). About 1,510 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($44,580). Iowa ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for library technicians in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.57 | $28,230 |
| 25% of workers | $14.54 | $30,250 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.55 | $38,590 |
| 75% of workers | $23.50 | $48,880 |
| 90% of workers | $29.60 | $61,570 |
Library Technicians pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $61,300 | 90 |
| Dubuque | $47,820 | 30 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $47,670 | 100 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $46,840 | 310 |
| Ames | $45,880 | 40 |
| Cedar Rapids | $44,960 | 110 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $42,920 | 110 |
| Sioux City | $34,930 | 60 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 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 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $58,810 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $37,330 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $107,340 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $29,480 |
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | $58,440 |
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