How much does a recreation worker make in Alaska?
$37,510a year
Median yearly pay for recreation workers in Alaska. That is $18.03 an hour or $3,126 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.03
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,720Median: $37,510Highest 10%: $66,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,720 | $17.65 | |
| 25th | $36,950 | $17.76 | |
| Median | $37,510 | $18.03 | |
| 75th | $47,410 | $22.79 | |
| 90th | $66,140 | $31.80 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $61,040 |
| Anchorage, AK | $37,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreation workers.
| 7. Colorado | $38,820 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $38,540 |
| 9. New York | $38,040 |
| 10. Alaska | $37,510 |
| 11. Minnesota | $37,510 |
| 12. Maine | $37,450 |
| 13. Vermont | $37,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreation worker make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $18.03 ($37,510 a year).
Do recreation workers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $37,510 against $36,560 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Alaska rank for recreation worker pay?
Alaska ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays recreation workers the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $61,040 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.