How much does a food server make in Alaska?
$38,090a year
Median yearly pay for food servers in Alaska. That is $18.31 an hour or $3,174 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.31
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,140Median: $38,090Highest 10%: $46,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,140 | $12.09 | |
| 25th | $31,760 | $15.27 | |
| Median | $38,090 | $18.31 | |
| 75th | $45,840 | $22.04 | |
| 90th | $46,160 | $22.19 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $39,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food servers.
| 2. California | $39,010 |
| 3. Colorado | $38,900 |
| 4. Washington | $38,870 |
| 5. Alaska | $38,090 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $37,920 |
| 7. Hawaii | $37,920 |
| 8. Maine | $37,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food server make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $18.31 ($38,090 a year).
Do food servers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $38,090 against $35,360 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Alaska rank for food server pay?
Alaska ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays food servers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $39,550 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.