How much does a life scientist make in Alaska?
$82,220a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Alaska. That is $39.53 an hour or $6,852 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.53
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,300Median: $82,220Highest 10%: $123,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,300 | $26.59 | |
| 25th | $74,490 | $35.81 | |
| Median | $82,220 | $39.53 | |
| 75th | $104,600 | $50.30 | |
| 90th | $123,900 | $59.57 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 14. Wisconsin | $85,080 |
| 15. Georgia | $83,990 |
| 16. Pennsylvania | $83,680 |
| 17. Alaska | $82,220 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $81,610 |
| 19. Virginia | $81,600 |
| 20. Texas | $81,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $39.53 ($82,220 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $82,220 against $93,750 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Alaska rank for life scientist pay?
Alaska ranks 17 of 32 states.
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.