How much does a chemist make in Alaska?
$106,000a year
Median yearly pay for chemists in Alaska. That is $50.97 an hour or $8,834 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.97
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,840Median: $106,000Highest 10%: $140,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,840 | $29.73 | |
| 25th | $76,430 | $36.75 | |
| Median | $106,000 | $50.97 | |
| 75th | $119,800 | $57.61 | |
| 90th | $140,800 | $67.69 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $106,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemists.
| 3. Delaware | $129,900 |
| 4. New Mexico | $127,000 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $125,000 |
| 6. Alaska | $106,000 |
| 7. Oregon | $104,600 |
| 8. Louisiana | $103,900 |
| 9. Wyoming | $102,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $50.97 ($106,000 a year).
Do chemists make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $106,000 against $91,240 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Alaska rank for chemist pay?
Alaska ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays chemists the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $106,000 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.