Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alaska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $80,840 | $53,934 | +50% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.87 | $25.93 | +50% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $78,945.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in Alaska is $80,840, or about $38.87 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. Alaska is +50% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in Alaska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 790 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $80,840, Alaska offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.