Childcare Workers pay in Alaska
In Alaska, the median pay for childcare workers is $17.40 an hour ($36,200 a year). About 1,340 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($34,980). Alaska ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for childcare workers in Alaska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.73 | $30,640 |
| 25% of workers | $16.88 | $35,100 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.40 | $36,200 |
| 75% of workers | $17.88 | $37,190 |
| 90% of workers | $22.42 | $46,640 |
Childcare Workers pay in Alaska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks-College | $36,750 | 100 |
| Anchorage | $36,280 | 860 |
Alaska unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for childcare workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2% over ten years, declining · about 150,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alaska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $80,580 |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $46,130 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $46,210 |
| Recreation Workers | $37,510 |
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