How much does a library assistant make in Minnesota?
$39,970a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in Minnesota. That is $19.22 an hour or $3,331 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.22
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,850Median: $39,970Highest 10%: $50,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,850 | $13.87 | |
| 25th | $31,490 | $15.14 | |
| Median | $39,970 | $19.22 | |
| 75th | $49,470 | $23.78 | |
| 90th | $50,510 | $24.28 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $48,120 |
| Duluth, MN | $45,650 |
| La Crosse, WI | $38,140 |
| Rochester, MN | $36,620 |
| Fargo, ND | $29,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library assistants.
| 6. Alaska | $44,800 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $42,520 |
| 8. Oregon | $42,270 |
| 9. Minnesota | $39,970 |
| 10. New Jersey | $39,780 |
| 11. Wisconsin | $39,610 |
| 12. Connecticut | $39,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $19.22 ($39,970 a year).
Do library assistants make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $39,970 against $36,910 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for library assistant pay?
Minnesota ranks 9 of 50 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays library assistants the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $48,120 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.