How much does a firefighter make in Alaska?
$58,830a year
Median yearly pay for firefighters in Alaska. That is $28.28 an hour or $4,903 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.28
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,520Median: $58,830Highest 10%: $82,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,520 | $17.08 | |
| 25th | $42,510 | $20.44 | |
| Median | $58,830 | $28.28 | |
| 75th | $74,650 | $35.89 | |
| 90th | $82,360 | $39.60 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $64,810 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $50,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for firefighters.
| 18. Ohio | $59,370 |
| 19. Montana | $59,310 |
| 20. Arizona | $59,280 |
| 21. Alaska | $58,830 |
| 22. Virginia | $58,670 |
| 23. Florida | $58,550 |
| 24. Wyoming | $58,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $28.28 ($58,830 a year).
Do firefighters make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $58,830 against $59,280 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Alaska rank for firefighter pay?
Alaska ranks 21 of 50 states.
Which city in Alaska pays firefighters the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $64,810 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.