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How much does a machinist make in Alaska?

$77,670a year

Median yearly pay for machinists in Alaska. That is $37.34 an hour or $6,473 a month.

Hourly
$37.34
Vs. national median
+32%
Rank among states
2 of 51
Jobs in the state
120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,900Median: $77,670Highest 10%: $105,500
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$50,900$24.47
25th$63,360$30.46
Median$77,670$37.34
75th$96,640$46.46
90th$105,500$50.74

Cities in Alaska

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Anchorage, AK$75,040
Salaries for every job in Alaska

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for machinists.

1. Hawaii$84,410
2. Alaska$77,670
3. District of Columbia$72,900
4. Massachusetts$67,270
5. Washington$66,160
Machinist salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a machinist make an hour in Alaska?

The median hourly pay in Alaska is $37.34 ($77,670 a year).

Do machinists make more in Alaska than the national average?

Yes: $77,670 against $58,750 nationally, 32% more.

Where does Alaska rank for machinist pay?

Alaska ranks 2 of 51 states.

Which city in Alaska pays machinists the most?

Anchorage, AK, with a median of $75,040 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.