Library Assistants, Clerical
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$36,910/yr
Typical range
$31,820 – $45,620
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Library Assistants, Clerical does
These assistants support library operations by shelving books, processing materials, managing records, and helping patrons with basic inquiries. They help keep libraries organized and accessible.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
- Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive — $47,540/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers — $69,500/yr
- Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks — $50,670/yr
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