How much does a cook make in Alaska?
$48,580a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Alaska. That is $23.36 an hour or $4,048 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.36
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,990Median: $48,580Highest 10%: $58,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,990 | $18.26 | |
| 25th | $45,740 | $21.99 | |
| Median | $48,580 | $23.36 | |
| 75th | $53,470 | $25.71 | |
| 90th | $58,710 | $28.23 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $49,340 |
| Anchorage, AK | $48,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 1. Washington | $49,670 |
| 2. Alaska | $48,580 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $47,790 |
| 4. Hawaii | $47,770 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $46,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $23.36 ($48,580 a year).
Do cooks make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $48,580 against $37,450 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Alaska rank for cook pay?
Alaska ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays cooks the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $49,340 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.