"How long does bookkeeper in Alaska training take?"

"Most paths into the bookkeeper field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for bookkeepers in Alaska?"

"In Alaska, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Bookkeeper in Alaska

Q: "How much do bookkeepers earn in Alaska?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), bookkeepers in Alaska earned a median annual wage of approximately $56,430. Employment concentration in Alaska is about 1.59 times the national average for this occupation."

Q: "What is the job outlook for bookkeepers in Alaska?"

"Alaska currently employs approximately 4,580 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects -5.8% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Alaska bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks earn a median annual wage of $56,430 ($27.13/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 4,580 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 11.4% above the national median of $50,670 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $56,430 ($27.13/hr)
25th percentile: $47,270 per year
75th percentile: $64,360 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $76,800 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $40,000 per year
Workers employed in Alaska: 4,580
Versus national median: 11.4% above the U.S. median of $50,670
Job concentration: Location quotient 1.59 - this occupation is more concentrated in Alaska than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Alaska employs approximately 4,580 bookkeepers according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $56,430 ¹. The state’s concentration of bookkeeper jobs is 1.59x the national average, indicating strong demand. Nationally, bookkeeper employment is projected to grow -5.8% from 2024 to 2034, with about 170,000 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a bookkeeper in Alaska, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About How to Become a Bookkeeper in Alaska

How to become a bookkeeper in Alaska? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for bookkeepers in Alaska.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do bookkeepers earn in Alaska? The median annual wage for bookkeepers in Alaska is $56,430 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $40,000 and experienced professionals can earn $76,800 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Alaska): $56,430 per year ¹

Bookkeeper Wages by Metro Area in Alaska

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Wages by Metro Area in Alaska

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks wages in Alaska vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Anchorage	2,300	$54,100	$56,090	$38,910	$75,290
La Crosse-Onalaska	720	$48,970	$50,400	$35,240	$63,400
Fairbanks-College	470	$59,320	$59,580	$42,430	$79,490

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Top Metros for Bookkeepers in Alaska

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest bookkeeper employment within Alaska according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Anchorage	2,300	$54,100
Fairbanks-College	470	$59,320

Explore bookkeeper programs in Anchorage and Fairbanks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for bookkeepers in Alaska? Alaska currently employs approximately 4,580 bookkeepers ¹. Nationally, bookkeeper employment is projected to grow -5.8% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Alaska? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Alaska.

How much do bookkeepers earn in Alaska compared to the national average? The median annual wage for bookkeepers in Alaska is $56,430, which is $7,220 above the national median of $49,210 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)