Library Technicians vs. Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary: Who Earns More?
Library Technicianss out-earn Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondarys by $8K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Library Technicianss land at $44,580 and Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondarys at $36,780. The education gap is real: library technician programs typically require bachelor's degree, while teaching assistants, except postsecondary programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Library Technicianss is Washington ($62,570); for Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondarys it's Washington ($49,120).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Library Technicians median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Library Technicianss or Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondarys?
Library Technicianss earn more nationally. The median is $44,580 for Library Technicianss versus $36,780 for Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondarys, a difference of $8K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Library Technicians or Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Library Technicians or Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary?
Library Technicians typically requires bachelor's degree. Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Library Technicianss get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Library Technicianss at $62,570/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Library Technicians vs. Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Library Technicianss earn $62,570 vs. $49,120 for Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondarys. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.