Library Assistants Salary in New York
Library Assistants in New York earn a median of $35,990 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $35,990
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($36,910)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 8,010
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,610; the top 10% earn over $57,160. Nationally the range is $27,730 to $55,310.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Library Technicians$50,060 median in New York
- Office Clerks, General$45,890 median in New York
- Librarians and Media Collections Specialists$78,590 median in New York
- Receptionists and Information Clerks$43,080 median in New York
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$49,600 median in New York
- Medical Records Specialists$61,720 median in New York
Library Assistants pay in New York
How much do library assistants make in New York?
The median is $35,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,610 and the top 10% earn over $57,160. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for library assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 50 (−2% vs. the national median of $36,910). Living costs are not included.