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How much do Library Technicians make in Alaska?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Library Technicians in Alaska earn a median salary of $46,940 per year ($3,911/month). This is 11.2% above the national average of $42,214. Alaska ranks #17 out of 51 states for Library Technicians pay. Approximately 220 people work in this occupation across Alaska. Salaries increased by 0.9% compared to 2024.
Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Library Technicians in Alaska range from $35,810 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $62,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $38,850 and $57,570.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $35,810 | $17.22 | $2,984 |
| 25th Percentile | $38,850 | $18.68 | $3,237 |
| Median (50th) | $46,940 | $22.57 | $3,911 |
| 75th Percentile | $57,570 | $27.68 | $4,797 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $62,590 | $30.09 | $5,215 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $48,760 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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