How much does a secondary school teacher make in Alaska?
$79,650a year
Median yearly pay for secondary school teachers in Alaska. That is $38.29 an hour or $6,638 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.29
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,360Median: $79,650Highest 10%: $98,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,360 | $30.46 | |
| 25th | $78,250 | $37.62 | |
| Median | $79,650 | $38.29 | |
| 75th | $97,880 | $47.06 | |
| 90th | $98,140 | $47.18 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $79,650 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $78,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secondary school teachers.
| 7. New Jersey | $82,200 |
| 8. Connecticut | $80,970 |
| 9. Illinois | $79,990 |
| 10. Alaska | $79,650 |
| 11. Oregon | $79,570 |
| 12. Ohio | $78,800 |
| 13. Pennsylvania | $78,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secondary school teacher make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $38.29 ($79,650 a year).
Do secondary school teachers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $79,650 against $72,040 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Alaska rank for secondary school teacher pay?
Alaska ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays secondary school teachers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $79,650 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.