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Wage Comparison in Alaska
Compare Your Alaska Salary
Alaska’s unique economy and high cost of living create distinct salary patterns. Understanding how your salary compares locally is crucial for career planning.
- • Compare by industry, experience, and Alaska region
- • Factor in Alaska’s cost of living adjustments
- • Consider seasonal employment variations
Alaska Salary Factors
Remote Location: Higher pay for isolation
Seasonal Work: Tourism and fishing industries
Oil Industry: Premium wages in energy sector
Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend adds to income
Average Salary in Alaska
Alaska Industry Averages
Alaska’s economy is driven by oil, fishing, tourism, and government jobs. Salaries often exceed national averages due to cost of living and remote location premiums.
Oil & Gas
$125,000
Average annual salary
Healthcare
$95,000
Average annual salary
Government
$78,000
Average annual salary
Tourism/Hospitality
$45,000
Average annual salary
Alaska Salary Factors
- • Remote location premiums
- • Seasonal employment patterns
- • High cost of living adjustments
- • Limited job market competition
- • Resource industry dominance
- • Federal and state government jobs
Alaska Minimum Wage
Alaska State Minimum Wage
Alaska has one of the higher state minimum wages in the US, reflecting the state’s higher cost of living and economic conditions.
Alaska Minimum Wage
$11.73
per hour (2025)
Annual Full-Time
$24,398
40 hours/week, 52 weeks
Alaska vs Other States
Note: Alaska’s minimum wage adjusts annually based on cost of living increases.
Alaska Tax Information
Alaska Tax Advantages
Alaska is one of the most tax-friendly states in the US, with no state income tax and no state sales tax, making it attractive for workers.
No State Income Tax
Alaska has no state income tax on wages or salaries
No State Sales Tax
No statewide sales tax (some municipalities may have local taxes)
Permanent Fund Dividend
Annual dividend from oil revenues (varies yearly)
Federal Taxes Still Apply
Federal income, Social Security, and Medicare taxes
Tax Planning in Alaska
Alaska Tax Benefits
- • Keep more of your paycheck (no state income tax)
- • Lower overall tax burden
- • Permanent Fund Dividend bonus income
- • Focus on federal tax optimization
2024 PFD Amount
$1,312
Per eligible resident
Important Note
While Alaska has no state income tax, you still pay federal taxes. Consider maximizing federal deductions and retirement contributions.