How much does a water and wastewater treatment plant and system operator make in Alaska?
$60,160a year
Median yearly pay for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators in Alaska. That is $28.92 an hour or $5,013 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.92
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,200Median: $60,160Highest 10%: $99,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,200 | $16.92 | |
| 25th | $46,800 | $22.50 | |
| Median | $60,160 | $28.92 | |
| 75th | $83,700 | $40.24 | |
| 90th | $99,840 | $48.00 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $99,840 |
| Anchorage, AK | $80,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators.
| 24. Nebraska | $61,220 |
| 25. Iowa | $60,990 |
| 26. North Dakota | $60,470 |
| 27. Alaska | $60,160 |
| 28. Virginia | $59,420 |
| 29. Michigan | $59,270 |
| 30. Ohio | $59,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a water and wastewater treatment plant and system operator make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $28.92 ($60,160 a year).
Do water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $60,160 against $60,020 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Alaska rank for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operator pay?
Alaska ranks 27 of 50 states.
Which city in Alaska pays water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $99,840 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.