Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in Alabama
Library Assistants, Clericals in Alabama make a median of $27,300 a year, or about $13.13 an hour. The range runs from $20K at the entry level to $37K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Alabama. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $27K get you in Alabama?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Alabama
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $20K. Mid-career wages sit at $27K. Top earners bring in $37K or more, a $17K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in Alabama
7 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $31K | +15% | 40 |
| Birmingham | $31K | +15% | 240 |
| Anniston-Oxford | $25K | -10% | 40 |
| Mobile | $24K | -10% | 40 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $24K | -12% | 30 |
| Montgomery | $23K | -16% | 50 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $20K | -25% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in Alabama?
The median is $27,300 a year, that works out to about $13 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $19,970, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $36,930. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $27K enough to live in Alabama?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $1,898/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,085/month, which eats 57.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a library assistants, clerical salary go in Alabama?
Alabama has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median library assistants, clerical salary is worth about $30,896 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do library assistants, clericals get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.