As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Art Preparator in Alaska is $122,744, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,360 weekly, or $10,229 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Art Preparator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Art Preparator in Alaska vary widely, spanning from $89,743 to $145,294. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($105,470) and 75th percentile ($134,548), while top earners (90th percentile) make $145,294 per year. This $29,078 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alaska Art Preparator often earn 8.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, Alaska currently ranks 6 nationwide for Art Preparator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Art Preparator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Art Preparator Salary $89,743 AK May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Art Preparator Salary $105,470 AK May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Art Preparator Salary $122,744 AK May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Art Preparator Salary $134,548 AK May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Art Preparator Salary $145,294 AK May 01, 2026
25% $105,470 10% $89,743 90% $145,294 75% $134,548 $122,744 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Art Preparator ?

An art handler, also sometimes called an art preparator, is a trained individual who works directly with objects in museums, art galleries and various other venues including private collectors, corporate art collections, public art collections and various other institutions. Art handlers work in coordination with registrars, collection managers, conservator-restorers, exhibition designers, and curators, among others, to ensure that objects are safely handled and cared for. Often they are responsible for packing and unpacking art, installing and deinstalling art in exhibitions, and moving art a...

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Location Palmer, AK Avg. Salary $131,877 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Sitka, AK Avg. Salary $131,785 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Adak, AK Avg. Salary $131,817 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Akiachak, AK Avg. Salary $132,016 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Akiak, AK Avg. Salary $132,070 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Akutan, AK Avg. Salary $131,957 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Alakanuk, AK Avg. Salary $131,919 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Aleknagik, AK Avg. Salary $131,833 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Allakaket, AK Avg. Salary $131,801 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Ambler, AK Avg. Salary $131,928 Date Updated May 01, 2026
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    Art Designer II

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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