How much does a nursing assistant make in Alaska?
$46,370a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in Alaska. That is $22.29 an hour or $3,864 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.29
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,450Median: $46,370Highest 10%: $58,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,450 | $18.97 | |
| 25th | $45,120 | $21.69 | |
| Median | $46,370 | $22.29 | |
| 75th | $52,240 | $25.12 | |
| 90th | $58,430 | $28.09 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $45,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing assistants.
| 11. Massachusetts | $46,680 |
| 12. Minnesota | $46,680 |
| 13. Rhode Island | $46,440 |
| 14. Alaska | $46,370 |
| 15. Illinois | $45,960 |
| 16. North Dakota | $45,820 |
| 17. Nevada | $45,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $22.29 ($46,370 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $46,370 against $42,260 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Alaska rank for nursing assistant pay?
Alaska ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays nursing assistants the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $45,370 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.