Library Technicians pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for library technicians is $17.16 an hour ($35,700 a year). About 670 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($44,580). Kentucky ranks 41st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for library technicians in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.73 | $28,550 |
| 25% of workers | $14.10 | $29,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.16 | $35,700 |
| 75% of workers | $19.88 | $41,350 |
| 90% of workers | $23.78 | $49,460 |
Library Technicians pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Owensboro | $49,870 | 30 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $36,980 | 210 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $34,280 | 110 |
| Bowling Green | $29,330 | 90 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $36,810 |
| Office Clerks, General | $37,870 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $44,200 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $57,850 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $32,940 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $89,420 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $33,690 |
| Database Administrators | $87,390 |
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