How much does a geoscientist make in Alaska?
$107,400a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Alaska. That is $51.64 an hour or $8,951 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.64
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,330Median: $107,400Highest 10%: $176,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,330 | $31.89 | |
| 25th | $89,400 | $42.98 | |
| Median | $107,400 | $51.64 | |
| 75th | $136,700 | $65.72 | |
| 90th | $176,900 | $85.07 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $111,300 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $100,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 5. Mississippi | $112,400 |
| 6. Maryland | $110,500 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $108,200 |
| 8. Alaska | $107,400 |
| 9. California | $106,500 |
| 10. Hawaii | $106,300 |
| 11. Washington | $105,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $51.64 ($107,400 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $107,400 against $101,900 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Alaska rank for geoscientist pay?
Alaska ranks 8 of 50 states.
Which city in Alaska pays geoscientists the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $111,300 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.