How much does a library assistant make in Washington?
$47,540a year
Median yearly pay for library assistants in Washington. That is $22.86 an hour or $3,962 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.86
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,450Median: $47,540Highest 10%: $61,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,450 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $39,910 | $19.19 | |
| Median | $47,540 | $22.86 | |
| 75th | $55,380 | $26.63 | |
| 90th | $61,590 | $29.61 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kennewick, WA | $51,460 |
| Seattle, WA | $50,560 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $50,180 |
| Portland, OR | $48,470 |
| Bremerton, WA | $48,220 |
| Olympia, WA | $47,830 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $47,780 |
| Spokane, WA | $45,480 |
| Bellingham, WA | $44,440 |
| Lewiston, ID | $37,290 |
| Yakima, WA | $36,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library assistants.
| 1. District of Columbia | $59,390 |
| 2. California | $47,860 |
| 3. Washington | $47,540 |
| 4. Nevada | $46,620 |
| 5. Maryland | $45,910 |
| 6. Alaska | $44,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $22.86 ($47,540 a year).
Do library assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $47,540 against $36,910 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Washington rank for library assistant pay?
Washington ranks 3 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays library assistants the most?
Kennewick-Richland, WA, with a median of $51,460 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.