Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in Kentucky
Library Assistants, Clericals in Kentucky make a median of $25,530 a year, or about $12.27 an hour. The range runs from $21K at the entry level to $40K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Kentucky. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $26K get you in Kentucky?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Kentucky
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $21K. Mid-career wages sit at $26K. Top earners bring in $40K or more, a $20K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in Kentucky
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $30K | +19% | 260 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $22K | -15% | 80 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in Kentucky?
The median is $25,530 a year, that works out to about $12 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $20,760, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $40,450. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $26K enough to live in Kentucky?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $1,792/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,110/month, which eats 61.9% 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 Kentucky?
Kentucky 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 $28,294 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.