Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners Salary in Alaska
The median pay for a septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners in Alaska is $49,480/year ($23.79/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $42K at the entry level to $89K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Alaska. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $49K get you in Alaska?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Alaska
Entry-level septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners (10th percentile) start around $42K. Mid-career wages sit at $49K. Top earners bring in $89K or more, a $47K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners make in Alaska?
The median is $49,480 a year, that works out to about $24 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $42,380, and experienced septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners can clear $89,070. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $49K enough to live in Alaska?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,483/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,643/month, which eats 47.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners salary go in Alaska?
Alaska has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners salary is worth about $47,436 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.