Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $38,150 | $18.34 |
| 25th percentile | $45,160 | $21.71 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $51,290 | $24.66 |
| 75th percentile | $61,140 | $29.40 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $73,440 | $35.31 |
| Mean (average) | $54,580 | $26.24 |
How California Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. California |
|---|---|---|
| California (current) | $51,290 | — |
| District of Columbia | $58,780 | +15% |
| Washington | $57,550 | +12% |
| Connecticut | $54,550 | +6% |
| Massachusetts | $49,650 | -3% |
| Maryland | $49,340 | -4% |
| New Hampshire | $47,640 | -7% |
| Minnesota | $47,330 | -8% |
| Oregon | $46,950 | -8% |
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Related Occupations in California
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $51,060 | 8,940 |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $51,710 | 11,190 |
| Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan | $51,720 | 24,430 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $51,780 | 58,830 |
| Photographers | $50,610 | 7,300 |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other | $50,520 | 27,450 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Library Technicians salary in California?
The mean library technicians salary in California is $54,580 per year. The median (middle) salary is $51,290 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Library Technicians in California?
Entry-level library technicianss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $38,150 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $45,160 per year.
What is the highest Library Technicians salary in California?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $73,440 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $61,140 per year.
How does the California Library Technicians salary compare to the national average?
The median library technicians salary in California is $51,290, which is +28% above national average of $39,970.
Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release.
All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education,
employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes