Top Paying Jobs in Alaska
Alaska has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 52,490 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Emergency Medicine Physicians ($452,620), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($421,450), General Internal Medicine Physicians ($366,080). The cost of living index is 104.31 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,643/month.
State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
Highest paying careers in Alaska
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $151K | $72.45/hr |
| 22 | Lawyers | Legal | $150K | $72.09/hr |
| 23 | Engineers, All Other | Engineering | $142K | $68.46/hr |
| 24 | Construction Managers | Management | $139K | $66.92/hr |
| 25 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $137K | $66.02/hr |
| 26 | Massage Therapists | Healthcare Support | $135K | $64.87/hr |
| 27 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $133K | $64.18/hr |
| 28 | Nurse Midwives | Healthcare | $133K | $64.15/hr |
| 29 | Dental Hygienists | Healthcare | $133K | $63.79/hr |
| 30 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $132K | $63.58/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Alaska
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Metro areas in Alaska
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