Library Technicians pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for library technicians is $27.56 an hour ($57,330 a year). About 1,290 people work in this job there.
That is 29% higher than the U.S. median ($44,580). It is 14% higher than the Massachusetts median ($50,430).
Pay range for library technicians in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.96 | $39,430 |
| 25% of workers | $22.75 | $47,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.56 | $57,330 |
| 75% of workers | $30.29 | $63,010 |
| 90% of workers | $34.45 | $71,650 |
Library Technicians pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $57,330 | 1,290 |
| Springfield | $48,780 | 100 |
| Worcester | $47,560 | 220 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $47,300 | 80 |
| Pittsfield | $47,290 | 70 |
| Barnstable Town | $46,860 | 70 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $37,700 |
| Office Clerks, General | $50,710 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $59,330 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $43,930 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $77,850 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $121,230 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $45,890 |
| Database Administrators | $132,370 |
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