How much does an elementary school teacher make in Alaska?
$79,260a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in Alaska. That is $38.11 an hour or $6,605 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.11
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,140Median: $79,260Highest 10%: $98,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,140 | $29.88 | |
| 25th | $62,800 | $30.19 | |
| Median | $79,260 | $38.11 | |
| 75th | $97,090 | $46.68 | |
| 90th | $98,610 | $47.41 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $79,270 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $79,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for elementary school teachers.
| 5. Rhode Island | $90,930 |
| 6. New York | $85,760 |
| 7. Connecticut | $80,600 |
| 8. Alaska | $79,260 |
| 9. New Jersey | $78,200 |
| 10. Maryland | $77,680 |
| 11. Ohio | $77,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $38.11 ($79,260 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $79,260 against $63,970 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Alaska rank for elementary school teacher pay?
Alaska ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays elementary school teachers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $79,270 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.