How much does a social worker make in Alaska?
$61,220a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Alaska. That is $29.43 an hour or $5,102 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.43
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,390Median: $61,220Highest 10%: $120,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,390 | $23.26 | |
| 25th | $52,000 | $25.00 | |
| Median | $61,220 | $29.43 | |
| 75th | $92,280 | $44.37 | |
| 90th | $120,200 | $57.81 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $71,420 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $62,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 41. Arizona | $62,150 |
| 42. Michigan | $62,140 |
| 43. Colorado | $61,610 |
| 44. Alaska | $61,220 |
| 45. Maine | $60,280 |
| 46. Ohio | $59,780 |
| 47. Florida | $58,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $29.43 ($61,220 a year).
Do social workers make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $61,220 against $71,900 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Alaska rank for social worker pay?
Alaska ranks 44 of 50 states.
Which city in Alaska pays social workers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $71,420 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.