"How long does it take to become a radiology technician in Alaska?"

"Most paths into the radiology technician 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 radiology technicians 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 Radiology Technician in Alaska

Q: "How much do radiology technicians earn in Alaska?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), radiology technicians in Alaska earned a median annual wage of approximately $98,920. Employment concentration in Alaska is roughly 0.77 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

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

"Alaska currently employs approximately 370 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 4.3% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Alaska radiologic technologists and technicians earn a median annual wage of $98,920 ($47.56/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 370 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 23.5% above the national median of $80,110 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $98,920 ($47.56/hr)
25th percentile: $81,660 per year
75th percentile: $106,170 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $126,860 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $74,210 per year
Workers employed in Alaska: 370
Versus national median: 23.5% above the U.S. median of $80,110
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.77 - this occupation is less 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 370 radiology technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $98,920 ¹. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 12,900 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a radiology technician in Alaska, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Radiology Technician in Alaska

How do I become a radiology technician in Alaska? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for radiology technicians 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 radiology technicians earn in Alaska? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in Alaska is $98,920 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $74,210 and experienced professionals can earn $126,860 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): $98,920 per year ¹

Radiology Technician Wages by Metro Area in Alaska

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Alaska

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), radiologic technologists and technicians wages in Alaska vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Anchorage	200	$92,260	$94,650	$70,590	$122,910
La Crosse-Onalaska	160	$76,720	$76,480	$61,870	$93,120

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 2025.

Top Metros for Radiology technicians in Alaska

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest radiology technician 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	200	$92,260

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for radiology technicians in Alaska? Alaska currently employs approximately 370 radiology technicians ¹. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% 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 radiology technicians earn in Alaska compared to the national average? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in Alaska is $98,920, which is $21,260 above the national median of $77,660 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)