How much does a lawyer make in Alaska?
$149,900a year
Median yearly pay for lawyers in Alaska. That is $72.09 an hour or $12,500 a month.
- Hourly
- $72.09
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $86,230Median: $149,900Highest 10%: $281,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,230 | $41.46 | |
| 25th | $117,300 | $56.41 | |
| Median | $149,900 | $72.09 | |
| 75th | $190,700 | $91.70 | |
| 90th | $281,800 | $135.47 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $153,600 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $129,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lawyers.
| 13. Texas | $154,200 |
| 14. Washington | $154,100 |
| 15. Nevada | $150,500 |
| 16. Alaska | $149,900 |
| 17. Maryland | $139,100 |
| 18. Rhode Island | $139,000 |
| 19. Oregon | $138,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lawyer make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $72.09 ($149,900 a year).
Do lawyers make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $149,900 against $159,700 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Alaska rank for lawyer pay?
Alaska ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays lawyers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $153,600 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.