How much does a library assistant make in Maryland?
$45,910a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in Maryland. That is $22.07 an hour or $3,826 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.07
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,130Median: $45,910Highest 10%: $61,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,130 | $15.45 | |
| 25th | $37,790 | $18.17 | |
| Median | $45,910 | $22.07 | |
| 75th | $49,830 | $23.96 | |
| 90th | $61,460 | $29.55 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,820 |
| Baltimore, MD | $41,070 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $37,350 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $36,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library assistants.
| 2. California | $47,860 |
| 3. Washington | $47,540 |
| 4. Nevada | $46,620 |
| 5. Maryland | $45,910 |
| 6. Alaska | $44,800 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $42,520 |
| 8. Oregon | $42,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $22.07 ($45,910 a year).
Do library assistants make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $45,910 against $36,910 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Maryland rank for library assistant pay?
Maryland ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in Maryland pays library assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,820 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.