How much does a life make in Alaska?
$70,700a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Alaska. That is $33.99 an hour or $5,892 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.99
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,840Median: $70,700Highest 10%: $100,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,840 | $24.44 | |
| 25th | $56,470 | $27.15 | |
| Median | $70,700 | $33.99 | |
| 75th | $87,350 | $42.00 | |
| 90th | $100,500 | $48.33 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $86,530 |
| Anchorage, AK | $64,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 2. District of Columbia | $79,230 |
| 3. California | $78,350 |
| 4. Washington | $73,530 |
| 5. Alaska | $70,700 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $69,630 |
| 7. North Dakota | $69,350 |
| 8. Georgia | $69,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $33.99 ($70,700 a year).
Do lifes make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $70,700 against $62,280 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Alaska rank for life pay?
Alaska ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in Alaska pays lifes the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $86,530 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.