How much does a library technician make in Iowa?
$38,590a year
Median yearly pay for library technicians in Iowa. That is $18.55 an hour or $3,216 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.55
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,230Median: $38,590Highest 10%: $61,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,230 | $13.57 | |
| 25th | $30,250 | $14.54 | |
| Median | $38,590 | $18.55 | |
| 75th | $48,880 | $23.50 | |
| 90th | $61,570 | $29.60 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Iowa City, IA | $61,300 |
| Dubuque, IA | $47,820 |
| Waterloo, IA | $47,670 |
| Des Moines, IA | $46,840 |
| Ames, IA | $45,880 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $44,960 |
| Davenport, IA | $42,920 |
| Omaha, NE | $40,320 |
| Sioux City, IA | $34,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for library technicians.
| 30. Missouri | $39,160 |
| 31. New Mexico | $38,830 |
| 32. Texas | $38,640 |
| 33. Iowa | $38,590 |
| 34. Montana | $38,220 |
| 35. Ohio | $37,920 |
| 36. Georgia | $37,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library technician make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $18.55 ($38,590 a year).
Do library technicians make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $38,590 against $44,580 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Iowa rank for library technician pay?
Iowa ranks 33 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays library technicians the most?
Iowa City, IA, with a median of $61,300 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.