How much does a pump operator make in Alaska?
$80,210a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Alaska. That is $38.56 an hour or $6,684 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.56
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,210Median: $80,210Highest 10%: $98,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,210 | $29.91 | |
| 25th | $63,850 | $30.70 | |
| Median | $80,210 | $38.56 | |
| 75th | $97,370 | $46.81 | |
| 90th | $98,810 | $47.50 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $75,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 1. Illinois | $92,310 |
| 2. North Dakota | $81,400 |
| 3. Alaska | $80,210 |
| 4. Wyoming | $77,820 |
| 5. Connecticut | $71,890 |
| 6. Montana | $71,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $38.56 ($80,210 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $80,210 against $61,770 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Alaska rank for pump operator pay?
Alaska ranks 3 of 37 states.
Which city in Alaska pays pump operators the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $75,810 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.