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Library clerk salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Library Clerk make in the United States?

Average base salary

$16.55
Average $16.55
Low $11.59
High $23.64

The average salary for a library clerk is $16.55 per hour in the United States. 688 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Library Clerk job openings in United States

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Library Clerk
Macomb Community College4.1out of 5 stars.
Clinton Township, MI
$15.28 - $16.47 an hour
Part-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Library Clerk in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
City of Pleasanton
 
$72,093per year
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City of San Jose
 
$70,227per year
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Chicago Public Library
 
$69,211per year
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CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
 
$66,843per year
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County of Santa Clara
 
$65,254per year
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Hennepin County
 
$62,676per year
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Highest paying cities for Library Clerks near United States

  1. Mankato, MN
    $27.32 per hour
  2. Aurora, CO
    $20.77 per hour
  3. Albany, NY
    $17.90 per hour
  4. Coeur d'Alene, ID
    $17.62 per hour
  5. St. Louis, MO
    $16.52 per hour

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