How much does a cook make in Alaska?
$33,960a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Alaska. That is $16.33 an hour or $2,830 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.33
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,160Median: $33,960Highest 10%: $37,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,160 | $14.50 | |
| 25th | $31,130 | $14.97 | |
| Median | $33,960 | $16.33 | |
| 75th | $37,170 | $17.87 | |
| 90th | $37,760 | $18.15 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $37,010 |
| Anchorage, AK | $33,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 13. Connecticut | $34,980 |
| 14. Illinois | $34,960 |
| 15. Minnesota | $34,120 |
| 16. Alaska | $33,960 |
| 17. Nevada | $33,840 |
| 18. Maryland | $33,320 |
| 19. Arizona | $32,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $16.33 ($33,960 a year).
Do cooks make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $33,960 against $30,890 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Alaska rank for cook pay?
Alaska ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays cooks the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $37,010 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.