📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Library Technician Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · Low Demand

Average
$57,240
per year
Median
$53,335
per year
Hourly
$27.52
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$39,517
25th Percentile — Junior$49,675
50th Percentile — Median$53,335
75th Percentile — Senior$72,532
90th Percentile — Top Earners$80,748
💡 Top-earning Library Technicians in California make up to $80,748 per year. The job market in California is rated very strong, with key industries including Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$53.1k
2021
$53.9k
2022
$54.7k
2023
$55.6k
2024
$56.4k
2025
$57.2k
2026
📈 Library Technician salaries in California have followed the national trend with 1.5% annual growth. The strong presence in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Library Technician Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $88,722 +55.0% Low
San Diego $84,715 +48.0% Low
San Jose $98,453 +72.0% Low
San Francisco $105,894 +85.0% Low
Fresno $61,819 +8.0% Low
Sacramento $69,833 +22.0% Low
Long Beach $82,998 +45.0% Low
Bakersfield $61,819 +8.0% Low
Anaheim $81,281 +42.0% Low
Santa Ana $80,136 +40.0% Low
Riverside $73,267 +28.0% Low
Stockton $67,543 +18.0% Low
Irvine $88,722 +55.0% Low
San Bernardino $67,543 +18.0% Low
Modesto $64,109 +12.0% Low
Fontana $69,833 +22.0% Low
Moreno Valley $65,826 +15.0% Low
Glendale $84,715 +48.0% Low
Fremont $91,584 +60.0% Low
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Library Technician Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Library Technicians. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $57,240 per year, California's Library Technician salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average.

The cost of living in California (index: 1.42) justifies the higher pay scale. Entry-level professionals in California can expect to earn $39,517–$49,675, while experienced Library Technicians can command $72,532–$80,748.

Looking ahead, the Library Technician profession in California is projected to grow at 1.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Library Technician salary in California is $57,240 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $40,310.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Library Technicians the highest wages in California due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • California has a very strong job market with major industries in Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture. This makes it one of the better states for Library Technician employment.
  • At $57,240/year, California Library Technician salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $40,310/year.