Medical Assistant salary in Alaska
Medical Assistants in Alaska earn a median of $24.93 per hour, about $51,860 a year, 17% above the U.S. median of $21.25. The middle half earn between $23.19 and $28.42 per hour. The highest median among Alaska metro areas is in Anchorage, AK, at $25.25 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $24.93median pay per hour
- $51,860median pay per year
- 2,420medical assistants employed in Alaska
- #2of 50 states by median pay
Medical Assistant pay in Alaska: percentiles
| Level | Alaska per hour | Alaska per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.00 | $43,680 | $16.84 |
| Lower quartile | $23.19 | $48,240 | $18.08 |
| Median | $24.93 | $51,860 | $21.25 |
| Upper quartile | $28.42 | $59,110 | $23.15 |
| Top 10% | $32.13 | $66,830 | $27.80 |
Medical Assistant pay by metro area in Alaska
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Alaska median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, AK | $25.25 | $52,520 | 1,580 | 1% above | $23.95 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $23.45 | $48,780 | 260 | 6% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
What employers are posting in Alaska
- 5roles with published pay
- $25.70median pay per hour
- $21–$30typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Health Partners | 5 | $25.70 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 5 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Medical Assistant jobs in Alaska · Medical Assistant salary nationwide · Alaska state guide
Common questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Alaska?
The median is $24.93 per hour, about $51,860 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $21.00 and the top 10% earn over $32.13 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Alaska city pays medical assistants the most?
Among Alaska metro areas, Anchorage, AK has the highest median at $25.25 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Alaska rank for medical assistant pay?
Alaska ranks 2nd of 50 states by median medical assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Foundation Health PartnersFairbanks, AK · 5 postings$25.70/ hr$21–$30
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 21 postings$31.77/ hr$26–$42
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 11 postings$31.60/ hr$26–$37
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- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) -Addiction MedicinePermanent$21.07–$30.34/ hour
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine ClinicPermanent$21.07–$30.34/ hour
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