Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,810 +10.1% vs national
Median hourly $34.05
10th percentile $44,140
90th percentile $98,440
Employed locally 130
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,140
    25th
    $59,370
    50th (median)
    $70,810
    75th
    $92,640
    90th
    $98,440

    Top-paying metros for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $101,900
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $100,810
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $99,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $99,370
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $98,820
    Bellingham, WA $98,760

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $34,950
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $78,040
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $77,890
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $46,620
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $74,520
    Instructional Coordinators $57,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Alaska is $34.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.67 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salaries?

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Alaska is 10.1% above the national median of $64,320. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Alaska?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,140 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,370.