Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in Missouri
Library Assistants, Clericals in Missouri make a median of $29,570 a year, or about $14.21 an hour. The range runs from $27K at the entry level to $38K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Missouri. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $30K get you in Missouri?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Missouri
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $27K. Mid-career wages sit at $30K. Top earners bring in $38K or more, a $11K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in Missouri
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Girardeau | $34K | +15% | 30 |
| St. Louis | $31K | +5% | 920 |
| Kansas City | $31K | +4% | 620 |
| Columbia | $30K | +1% | 80 |
| St. Joseph | $27K | -7% | 60 |
| Springfield | $27K | -8% | 140 |
| Joplin | $27K | -8% | 60 |
| Jefferson City | $27K | -9% | 50 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in Missouri?
The median is $29,570 a year, that works out to about $14 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $26,790, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $37,830. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $30K enough to live in Missouri?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,099/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,097/month, which eats 52.3% 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 Missouri?
Missouri 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 $33,236 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.