How much does a physical scientist make in Alaska?
$120,200a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Alaska. That is $57.81 an hour or $10,020 a month.
- Hourly
- $57.81
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,600Median: $120,200Highest 10%: $171,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,600 | $40.19 | |
| 25th | $100,300 | $48.23 | |
| Median | $120,200 | $57.81 | |
| 75th | $143,000 | $68.74 | |
| 90th | $171,900 | $82.62 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $131,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 14. Tennessee | $129,600 |
| 15. Arizona | $125,300 |
| 16. New Mexico | $123,800 |
| 17. Alaska | $120,200 |
| 18. Michigan | $118,900 |
| 19. New York | $117,800 |
| 20. Utah | $115,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $57.81 ($120,200 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $120,200 against $122,600 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Alaska rank for physical scientist pay?
Alaska ranks 17 of 39 states.
Which city in Alaska pays physical scientists the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $131,100 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.