How much does a library assistant make in Tennessee?
$37,410a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in Tennessee. That is $17.99 an hour or $3,118 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.99
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,180Median: $37,410Highest 10%: $54,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,180 | $11.63 | |
| 25th | $29,930 | $14.39 | |
| Median | $37,410 | $17.99 | |
| 75th | $45,810 | $22.02 | |
| 90th | $54,230 | $26.07 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chattanooga, TN | $41,860 |
| Nashville, TN | $41,210 |
| Clarksville, TN | $36,260 |
| Knoxville, TN | $35,890 |
| Memphis, TN | $34,270 |
| Kingsport, TN | $32,320 |
| Cleveland, TN | $21,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library assistants.
| 16. Virginia | $38,020 |
| 17. Maine | $37,890 |
| 18. Florida | $37,880 |
| 19. Tennessee | $37,410 |
| 20. New Hampshire | $37,400 |
| 21. Hawaii | $37,110 |
| 22. Delaware | $37,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $17.99 ($37,410 a year).
Do library assistants make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $37,410 against $36,910 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for library assistant pay?
Tennessee ranks 19 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays library assistants the most?
Chattanooga, TN-GA, with a median of $41,860 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.