How much does a library assistant make in Richmond?
$38,230a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $18.38 an hour or $3,186 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.38
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 85 of 266
- Jobs in the area
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,450Median: $38,230Highest 10%: $47,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,450 | $15.60 | |
| 25th | $36,340 | $17.47 | |
| Median | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 75th | $38,470 | $18.50 | |
| 90th | $47,400 | $22.79 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for library assistants.
| Washington, DC | $46,820 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $40,710 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $36,080 |
| Roanoke, VA | $35,630 |
| Kingsport, TN | $32,320 |
| Winchester, VA | $29,830 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $18.38 ($38,230 a year).
Do library assistants make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $38,230 against $36,910 nationally, 4% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $38,020, so Richmond pays 1% more.
Where does Richmond rank for library assistant pay?
85 of 266 metro areas with data.
How much does a library assistant make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,400 or more.
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.