How much does a library assistant make in Virginia?
$38,020a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in Virginia. That is $18.28 an hour or $3,168 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.28
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,250Median: $38,020Highest 10%: $54,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,250 | $14.06 | |
| 25th | $33,450 | $16.08 | |
| Median | $38,020 | $18.28 | |
| 75th | $46,310 | $22.26 | |
| 90th | $54,180 | $26.05 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,820 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $40,710 |
| Richmond, VA | $38,230 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $36,080 |
| Roanoke, VA | $35,630 |
| Kingsport, TN | $32,320 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $32,090 |
| Winchester, VA | $29,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library assistants.
| 13. Montana | $39,070 |
| 14. Arizona | $38,110 |
| 15. Wyoming | $38,040 |
| 16. Virginia | $38,020 |
| 17. Maine | $37,890 |
| 18. Florida | $37,880 |
| 19. Tennessee | $37,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $18.28 ($38,020 a year).
Do library assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $38,020 against $36,910 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Virginia rank for library assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 16 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.