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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Wainwright, AK
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Pharmacist jobs in Anchorage, AK
Pay for pharmacists in the Anchorage area centers on $78.46 per hour, or about $163,200 a year. The lower quarter earns under $70.93 and the upper quarter over $85.83. That ranks 19th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 47th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage. The free report below lists employers near Anchorage and what they pay.
- $78.46median pay per hour, Anchorage
- $71–$86typical range per hour
- 310pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacist pay in Anchorage, AK
The metro median is in line with the Alaska statewide median of $78.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 310 pharmacists employed in the Anchorage metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.68 | $78,370 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $70.93 | $147,530 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Median | $78.46 | $163,200 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $85.83 | $178,530 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $88.41 | $183,890 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Anchorage ranks
- 19th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 47th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacists (SOC 29-1051), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Anchorage
- Overall prices in Anchorage run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $78.46 median hour buys what $74.43 buys at the national price level, 13% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,825
- Per year: $141,228
- Per month: $11,769
- Alaska has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Anchorage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Anchorage
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel pharmacist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Hospitals in Anchorage
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Alaska Medical Center Anchorage, AK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Native Medical Center Anchorage, AK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, AK | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Psychiatric Institute Anchorage, AK | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| North Star Hospital Anchorage, AK | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
License and tax basics in Alaska
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alaska does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Anchorage
Anchorage city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Anchorage, AK?
Pharmacists in the Anchorage metro area have a median pay of $78.46 per hour, about $163,200 a year. The middle half earn between $70.93 and $85.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Anchorage a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Anchorage ranks 47th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 19th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Anchorage?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage, led by Providence Alaska Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alaska license to work in Anchorage as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Anchorage?
The federal per diem benchmark in Anchorage is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacists in Anchorage?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Anchorage and across Alaska. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Anchorage.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Safeway Inc.North Pole, AK · 1 wage offer$80.25/ hr$80–$80
- Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare SystemSalinas, CA · 3 postings$99.69/ hr$78–$109
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 3 postings$98.56/ hr$71–$118
- Sharp HealthcareLa Mesa, CA · 6 postings$93.07/ hr$80–$114
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Low$54Median$72.98High$95
332 Pharmacist postings with published pay in the US, 282 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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