Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Alaska

Median Salary

$36,490

per year

Hourly Rate

$17.54

per hour

Employment

130

in Alaska

vs. National Avg

-4.4%

National: $38,150

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,150, Alaska pays 4.4% LESS for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions.

Purchasing Power

$34,986

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

104.3

4% above national avg

Rent/Income

45%

Stretched

Salary Distribution in Alaska

10th

$27,690

25th

$28,230

Median

$36,490

75th

$46,760

90th

$47,010

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).