How much does a compensation make in Anchorage?
$76,550a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Anchorage, AK metro area. That is $36.80 an hour or $6,379 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.80
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 82 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,990Median: $76,550Highest 10%: $110,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| 25th | $60,090 | $28.89 | |
| Median | $76,550 | $36.80 | |
| 75th | $91,980 | $44.22 | |
| 90th | $110,000 | $52.90 |
Other cities in Alaska
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Anchorage
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $113,000 |
| Project Management Specialist | $99,580 |
| Budget Analyst | $96,890 |
| Management Analyst | $96,120 |
| Business Operations Specialist | $94,740 |
| Tax Examiner and Collector | $94,630 |
| Claims Adjuster | $87,670 |
| Logistician | $87,670 |
| Buyer and Purchasing Agent | $86,380 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $82,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Anchorage?
The median hourly pay in the Anchorage, AK metro area is $36.80 ($76,550 a year).
Do compensations make more in Anchorage than the national average?
No: $76,550 against $78,210 nationally, 2% less.
How does Anchorage compare with the rest of Alaska?
The median in Alaska is $79,160, so Anchorage pays 3% less.
Where does Anchorage rank for compensation pay?
82 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Anchorage?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $110,000 or more.
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.