Arizona Median
$38,110
per year
Hourly Rate
$18.32
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $36,910
State Rank
#14 of 50
1,560 employed here
How much does a Library Assistant, Clerical make in Arizona?
Library Assistants, Clerical in Arizona take home a median of $38,110 annually — roughly $18.32 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $36,910.
Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $33,270 while the top 10% make $48,480 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $36,580 and $41,920 a year.
Library Assistant, Clerical salary range in Arizona
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $33,270 | $16.00 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $36,580 | $17.59 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $38,110 | $18.32 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $41,920 | $20.15 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $48,480 | $23.31 |
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How Arizona compares
Arizona ranks 14th out of 50 states and territories for Library Assistant, Clerical pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Library Assistant, Clerical salary in other states
District of Columbia $59,390California $47,860Washington $47,540Nevada $46,620Maryland $45,910Alaska $44,800Massachusetts $42,520Oregon $42,270Minnesota $39,970New Jersey $39,780Wisconsin $39,610Connecticut $39,100Montana $39,070Wyoming $38,040Virginia $38,020Maine $37,890Florida $37,880Tennessee $37,410New Hampshire $37,400Hawaii $37,110Delaware $37,090Rhode Island $36,610Vermont $36,430Georgia $36,410Colorado $36,130New York $35,990New Mexico $35,250Illinois $34,680North Carolina $34,550North Dakota $34,530Michigan $34,510South Carolina $33,980Idaho $33,960Missouri $33,760Kentucky $33,690Ohio $33,480Utah $32,690Kansas $31,550Texas $31,200Arkansas $31,100West Virginia $30,800Pennsylvania $30,690Oklahoma $29,640Louisiana $29,620Iowa $29,480Indiana $28,900Mississippi $28,110Nebraska $28,080Alabama $27,530
Working as a Library Assistant, Clerical in Arizona
Nationally, about 86,000 people work as Library Assistants, Clerical in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($38,110) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Library Assistant, Clerical make in Arizona?
The median Library Assistant, Clerical salary in Arizona is $38,110 per year, or about $18.32 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $33,270 at the entry level to $48,480 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Library Assistants, Clerical about 3% more than the national median of $36,910. Arizona ranks 14th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Library Assistants, Clerical?
Yes on pay — Arizona pays above the national median for this occupation, at $38,110 a year. About 1,560 Library Assistants, Clerical are employed in Arizona. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Arizona?
The highest-paying occupations in Arizona include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologist ($470,640), Surgeon, All Other ($415,980), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.