Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in North Carolina
Library Assistants, Clericals in North Carolina make a median of $32,260 a year, or about $15.51 an hour. The range runs from $24K at the entry level to $42K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across North Carolina. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $32K get you in North Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, North Carolina
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $24K. Mid-career wages sit at $32K. Top earners bring in $42K or more, a $18K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in North Carolina
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $37K | +15% | 60 |
| Wilmington | $36K | +13% | 60 |
| Asheville | $36K | +12% | 120 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $36K | +11% | 70 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $36K | +10% | 170 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $31K | -5% | 90 |
| Winston-Salem | $31K | -5% | 140 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $24K | -25% | 250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in North Carolina?
The median is $32,260 a year, that works out to about $16 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $23,860, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $42,050. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $32K enough to live in North Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,209/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,284/month, which eats 58.1% 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 North Carolina?
North Carolina 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 $34,815 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.