Massachusetts Median
$42,520
per year
Hourly Rate
$20.44
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $36,910
State Rank
#7 of 50
2,840 employed here
How much does a Library Assistant, Clerical make in Massachusetts?
Library Assistants, Clerical in Massachusetts take home a median of $42,520 annually — roughly $20.44 an hour — which runs 15% above the national median of $36,910.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $32,370 while the top 10% make $59,940 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $35,920 and $50,570 a year.
Library Assistant, Clerical salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $32,370 | $15.56 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $35,920 | $17.27 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $42,520 | $20.44 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $50,570 | $24.31 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $59,940 | $28.82 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 7th 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 $44,800Oregon $42,270Minnesota $39,970New Jersey $39,780Wisconsin $39,610Connecticut $39,100Montana $39,070Arizona $38,110Wyoming $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 Massachusetts
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 Massachusetts pay ($42,520) 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 Massachusetts?
The median Library Assistant, Clerical salary in Massachusetts is $42,520 per year, or about $20.44 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $32,370 at the entry level to $59,940 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Library Assistants, Clerical about 15% more than the national median of $36,910. Massachusetts ranks 7th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Library Assistants, Clerical?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $42,520 a year. About 2,840 Library Assistants, Clerical are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), 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.