Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alaska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $167,310 | $143,112 | +17% |
| Median hourly wage | $80.44 | $68.80 | +17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $163,389.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacist in Alaska is $167,310, or about $80.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacists is $143,112. Alaska is +17% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacists in Alaska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 560 pharmacist jobs on record and a median salary of $167,310, Alaska offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.