How much does a substance abuse make in Anchorage?
$81,120a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Anchorage, AK metro area. That is $39.00 an hour or $6,760 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.00
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,070Median: $81,120Highest 10%: $113,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,070 | $28.40 | |
| 25th | $71,650 | $34.45 | |
| Median | $81,120 | $39.00 | |
| 75th | $96,870 | $46.57 | |
| 90th | $113,600 | $54.62 |
Other cities in Alaska
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Fairbanks, AK | $83,680 |
Related jobs in Anchorage
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $82,900 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $76,650 |
| Health Education Specialist | $72,400 |
| Social Worker | $71,420 |
| Child | $64,640 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $60,700 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,010 |
| Clergy | $58,280 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $56,160 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $54,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Anchorage?
The median hourly pay in the Anchorage, AK metro area is $39.00 ($81,120 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Anchorage than the national average?
Yes: $81,120 against $59,350 nationally, 37% more.
How does Anchorage compare with the rest of Alaska?
The median in Alaska is $80,770, so Anchorage pays 0% more.
Where does Anchorage rank for substance abuse pay?
2 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Anchorage?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $113,600 or more.
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.