📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Library Technician Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Low Demand

Average
$38,294
per year
Median
$35,682
per year
Hourly
$18.41
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$26,437
25th Percentile — Junior$33,234
50th Percentile — Median$35,682
75th Percentile — Senior$48,525
90th Percentile — Top Earners$54,022
💡 Top-earning Library Technicians in Texas make up to $54,022 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$35.5k
2021
$36.1k
2022
$36.6k
2023
$37.2k
2024
$37.7k
2025
$38.3k
2026
📈 Library Technician salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 1.5% annual growth. The strong presence in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Library Technician Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $37,145 -3.0% Low
San Antonio $34,465 -10.0% Low
Dallas $37,911 -1.0% Low
Austin $41,358 +8.0% Low
Fort Worth $36,762 -4.0% Low
El Paso $31,401 -18.0% Low
Arlington $37,145 -3.0% Low
Corpus Christi $33,316 -13.0% Low
Plano $39,060 +2.0% Low
Laredo $30,635 -20.0% Low
Lubbock $31,401 -18.0% Low
Garland $36,379 -5.0% Low
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Library Technician Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Library Technicians. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $38,294 per year, Texas's Library Technician salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $26,437–$33,234, while experienced Library Technicians can command $48,525–$54,022.

Looking ahead, the Library Technician profession in Texas is projected to grow at 1.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy 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 Texas is $38,294 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $40,310.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Library Technicians the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Library Technician employment.
  • At $38,294/year, Texas Library Technician salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $40,310/year.