How much does a library technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for library technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $27.54 an hour or $4,774 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.54
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 272
- Jobs in the area
- 2,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,410 | $19.43 | |
| 25th | $47,740 | $22.95 | |
| Median | $57,290 | $27.54 | |
| 75th | $63,710 | $30.63 | |
| 90th | $77,880 | $37.44 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for library technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
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| Economics Teacher | $155,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $135,700 |
| Law Teacher | $134,100 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $129,900 |
| Business Teacher | $128,400 |
| Engineering Teacher | $126,200 |
| Atmospheric | $108,200 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $106,000 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $105,200 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $104,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a library technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $27.54 ($57,290 a year).
Do library technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $57,290 against $44,580 nationally, 29% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $61,040, so Washington pays 6% less.
Where does Washington rank for library technician pay?
19 of 272 metro areas with data.
How much does a library technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,880 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.