How much does a preschool teacher make in Alaska?
$46,130a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Alaska. That is $22.18 an hour or $3,844 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.18
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,090Median: $46,130Highest 10%: $76,950
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,090 | $16.87 | |
| 25th | $35,210 | $16.93 | |
| Median | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| 75th | $60,880 | $29.27 | |
| 90th | $76,950 | $37.00 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $57,680 |
| Anchorage, AK | $38,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 6. California | $47,400 |
| 7. Nebraska | $47,040 |
| 8. New York | $46,520 |
| 9. Alaska | $46,130 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $45,890 |
| 11. Connecticut | $45,740 |
| 12. Washington | $45,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $22.18 ($46,130 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $46,130 against $38,140 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Alaska rank for preschool teacher pay?
Alaska ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays preschool teachers the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $57,680 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.