How much does a surgical assistant make in Alaska?
$61,210a year
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants in Alaska. That is $29.43 an hour or $5,101 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.43
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,140Median: $61,210Highest 10%: $78,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,140 | $20.74 | |
| 25th | $60,400 | $29.04 | |
| Median | $61,210 | $29.43 | |
| 75th | $75,510 | $36.30 | |
| 90th | $78,000 | $37.50 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $61,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surgical assistants.
| 22. California | $62,540 |
| 23. New Mexico | $62,010 |
| 24. Rhode Island | $61,900 |
| 25. Alaska | $61,210 |
| 26. Pennsylvania | $60,550 |
| 27. New York | $60,070 |
| 28. North Carolina | $59,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgical assistant make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $29.43 ($61,210 a year).
Do surgical assistants make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $61,210 against $66,800 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Alaska rank for surgical assistant pay?
Alaska ranks 25 of 44 states.
Which city in Alaska pays surgical assistants the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $61,210 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.