How much does a carpenter make in Alaska?
$73,860a year
Median yearly pay for carpenters in Alaska. That is $35.51 an hour or $6,155 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.51
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,060Median: $73,860Highest 10%: $151,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,060 | $23.59 | |
| 25th | $59,770 | $28.74 | |
| Median | $73,860 | $35.51 | |
| 75th | $94,150 | $45.26 | |
| 90th | $151,500 | $72.85 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $84,970 |
| Anchorage, AK | $72,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for carpenters.
| 3. California | $75,920 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $75,200 |
| 5. Washington | $74,190 |
| 6. Alaska | $73,860 |
| 7. New York | $72,330 |
| 8. Minnesota | $64,930 |
| 9. Connecticut | $64,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a carpenter make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $35.51 ($73,860 a year).
Do carpenters make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $73,860 against $60,580 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Alaska rank for carpenter pay?
Alaska ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays carpenters the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $84,970 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.