Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alaska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $83,460 | $86,427 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.12 | $41.55 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $81,504.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Alaska is $83,460, or about $40.12 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Alaska is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Alaska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,190 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $83,460, Alaska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.