How much does a food preparation worker make in Alaska?
$35,720a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Alaska. That is $17.17 an hour or $2,977 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.17
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,350Median: $35,720Highest 10%: $46,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,350 | $14.59 | |
| 25th | $34,000 | $16.35 | |
| Median | $35,720 | $17.17 | |
| 75th | $38,610 | $18.56 | |
| 90th | $46,440 | $22.33 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $34,760 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $34,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 14. Maine | $36,030 |
| 15. Delaware | $35,930 |
| 16. Florida | $35,920 |
| 17. Alaska | $35,720 |
| 18. New York | $35,610 |
| 19. New Jersey | $35,540 |
| 20. Maryland | $35,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $17.17 ($35,720 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $35,720 against $35,320 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Alaska rank for food preparation worker pay?
Alaska ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays food preparation workers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $34,760 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.