How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make in Alaska?
$70,100a year
Median yearly pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers in Alaska. That is $33.70 an hour or $5,842 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.70
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,080Median: $70,100Highest 10%: $90,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,080 | $23.12 | |
| 25th | $60,500 | $29.09 | |
| Median | $70,100 | $33.70 | |
| 75th | $78,060 | $37.53 | |
| 90th | $90,610 | $43.56 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $76,560 |
| Anchorage, AK | $66,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers.
| 1. Alaska | $70,100 |
| 2. Washington | $64,760 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $64,170 |
| 4. New Jersey | $63,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $33.70 ($70,100 a year).
Do heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $70,100 against $58,640 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Alaska rank for heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver pay?
Alaska ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $76,560 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.