2024 wage data not published for veterinary technologists and technicians in Alaska
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.
Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.
Salary distribution
Where Alaska veterinary technologists and technicians fall on the wage curve.
Distribution not available
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay by experience level in Alaska
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Typical entry
Education
Associate's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.1 / 5
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Biology
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Deductive Reasoning
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Near Vision
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Administer anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
- 02
Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
- 03
Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.
- 04
Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, or feces, such as urinalyses or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
- 05
Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.
- 06
Restrain animals during exams or procedures.
- 07
Administer emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life saving procedures.
- 08
Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, or materials.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+9.1%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Veterinary Technologists and Technicians a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 9.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Associate's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.