Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alaska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $115,280 | $104,506 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $55.42 | $50.24 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $112,578.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Alaska is $115,280, or about $55.42 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Alaska is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Alaska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 680 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $115,280, Alaska offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.