How much does a bartender make in Alaska?
$30,460a year
Median yearly pay for bartenders in Alaska. That is $14.64 an hour or $2,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.64
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,880Median: $30,460Highest 10%: $61,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,880 | $11.96 | |
| 25th | $28,250 | $13.58 | |
| Median | $30,460 | $14.64 | |
| 75th | $36,450 | $17.52 | |
| 90th | $61,550 | $29.59 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $31,840 |
| Anchorage, AK | $31,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bartenders.
| 22. Utah | $32,150 |
| 23. Illinois | $31,200 |
| 24. Ohio | $30,880 |
| 25. Alaska | $30,460 |
| 26. Nebraska | $30,180 |
| 27. Missouri | $30,090 |
| 28. West Virginia | $29,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bartender make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $14.64 ($30,460 a year).
Do bartenders make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $30,460 against $34,340 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Alaska rank for bartender pay?
Alaska ranks 25 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays bartenders the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $31,840 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.