How much does an optician make in Alaska?
$58,250a year
Median yearly pay for opticians in Alaska. That is $28.00 an hour or $4,854 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.00
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,940Median: $58,250Highest 10%: $75,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,940 | $18.72 | |
| 25th | $40,450 | $19.45 | |
| Median | $58,250 | $28.00 | |
| 75th | $74,880 | $36.00 | |
| 90th | $75,760 | $36.42 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $59,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for opticians.
| 5. New York | $63,880 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $61,310 |
| 7. Florida | $58,850 |
| 8. Alaska | $58,250 |
| 9. California | $57,990 |
| 10. Vermont | $57,350 |
| 11. Virginia | $55,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $28.00 ($58,250 a year).
Do opticians make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $58,250 against $47,260 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Alaska rank for optician pay?
Alaska ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays opticians the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $59,940 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.