📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Library Technician Salary in North Carolina (2026)

North Carolina · 9.0% below national average · Low Demand

Average
$36,682
per year
Median
$34,180
per year
Hourly
$17.64
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$25,324
25th Percentile — Junior$31,834
50th Percentile — Median$34,180
75th Percentile — Senior$46,482
90th Percentile — Top Earners$51,747
💡 Top-earning Library Technicians in North Carolina make up to $51,747 per year. The job market in North Carolina is rated strong, with key industries including Technology, Finance, Agriculture.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$34.0k
2021
$34.6k
2022
$35.1k
2023
$35.6k
2024
$36.1k
2025
$36.7k
2026
📈 Library Technician salaries in North Carolina have followed the national trend with 1.5% annual growth. The strong presence in North Carolina's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Library Technician Salary by City in North Carolina
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Charlotte $35,215 -4.0% Low
Raleigh $35,948 -2.0% Low
Greensboro $33,014 -10.0% Low
Durham $35,582 -3.0% Low
Winston-Salem $31,913 -13.0% Low
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Library Technician Job Market in North Carolina
Key factors affecting compensation

North Carolina is home to a strong job market for Library Technicians. The state's key industries — Technology, Finance, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $36,682 per year, North Carolina's Library Technician salaries are 9.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in North Carolina (index: 0.91) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in North Carolina can expect to earn $25,324–$31,834, while experienced Library Technicians can command $46,482–$51,747.

Looking ahead, the Library Technician profession in North Carolina 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 North Carolina is $36,682 per year in 2026, which is 9.0% below the national average of $40,310.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Library Technicians the highest wages in North Carolina due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • North Carolina has a strong job market with major industries in Technology, Finance, Agriculture. This makes it one of the better states for Library Technician employment.
  • At $36,682/year, North Carolina Library Technician salaries are 9.0% lower than the national average of $40,310/year.