Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alaska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $150,700 | $140,258 | +7% |
| Median hourly wage | $72.45 | $67.43 | +7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $147,168.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Alaska is $150,700, or about $72.45 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Alaska is +7% above the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Alaska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 700 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $150,700, Alaska offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.