Library Assistants, Clerical Salary in Tennessee
Library Assistants, Clericals in Tennessee make a median of $32,740 a year, or about $15.74 an hour. The range runs from $20K at the entry level to $42K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $33K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level library assistants, clericals (10th percentile) start around $20K. Mid-career wages sit at $33K. Top earners bring in $42K or more, a $22K spread from bottom to top.
Library Assistants, Clerical salary by metro in Tennessee
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | $41K | +24% | 60 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $36K | +11% | 490 |
| Clarksville | $35K | +8% | 70 |
| Memphis | $34K | +5% | 190 |
| Knoxville | $31K | -5% | 160 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $27K | -17% | 70 |
| Johnson City | $26K | -20% | 40 |
| Cleveland | $21K | -36% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do library assistants, clericals make in Tennessee?
The median is $32,740 a year, that works out to about $16 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $20,220, and experienced library assistants, clericals can clear $42,000. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $33K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,362/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 51.4% 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 Tennessee?
Tennessee 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 $36,467 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.