How much does a library assistant make in New Jersey?
$39,780a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in New Jersey. That is $19.13 an hour or $3,315 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.13
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,750Median: $39,780Highest 10%: $56,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,750 | $15.75 | |
| 25th | $35,250 | $16.95 | |
| Median | $39,780 | $19.13 | |
| 75th | $46,960 | $22.58 | |
| 90th | $56,430 | $27.13 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $46,460 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $40,630 |
| New York, NY | $37,860 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $37,350 |
| Vineland, NJ | $34,510 |
| Allentown, PA | $32,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library assistants.
| 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 |
| 13. Montana | $39,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $19.13 ($39,780 a year).
Do library assistants make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $39,780 against $36,910 nationally, 8% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for library assistant pay?
New Jersey ranks 10 of 50 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays library assistants the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $46,460 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.