Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in Connecticut
Library Assistants, Clericals in Connecticut make a median of $36,900 a year, or about $17.74 an hour. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $54K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Connecticut. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $37K get you in Connecticut?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Connecticut
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $54K or more, a $21K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in Connecticut
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $41K | +12% | 720 |
| New Haven | $38K | +3% | 260 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $36K | -2% | 370 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $36K | -4% | 130 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $34K | -8% | 130 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in Connecticut?
The median is $36,900 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,640, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $53,750. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in Connecticut?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,504/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,679/month, which eats 67.1% 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 Connecticut?
Connecticut 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 $35,867 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.