How much does an engineer make in Alaska?
$142,400a year
Median yearly pay for engineers in Alaska. That is $68.46 an hour or $11,870 a month.
- Hourly
- $68.46
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $112,700Median: $142,400Highest 10%: $186,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $112,700 | $54.20 | |
| 25th | $123,100 | $59.19 | |
| Median | $142,400 | $68.46 | |
| 75th | $164,300 | $78.97 | |
| 90th | $186,900 | $89.88 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $145,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for engineers.
| 2. Alabama | $152,600 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $151,900 |
| 4. Virginia | $148,200 |
| 5. Alaska | $142,400 |
| 6. Washington | $134,600 |
| 7. Colorado | $132,600 |
| 8. New Jersey | $132,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an engineer make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $68.46 ($142,400 a year).
Do engineers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $142,400 against $122,900 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Alaska rank for engineer pay?
Alaska ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays engineers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $145,500 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.