Lawyers pay in Alaska
In Alaska, the median pay for lawyers is $72.09 an hour ($149,940 a year). About 1,120 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Alaska ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Alaska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.46 | $86,230 |
| 25% of workers | $56.41 | $117,340 |
| Half of workers (median) | $72.09 | $149,940 |
| 75% of workers | $91.70 | $190,740 |
| 90% of workers | $135.47 | $281,780 |
Lawyers pay in Alaska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | $153,590 | 780 |
| Fairbanks-College | $129,660 | 90 |
Alaska unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alaska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $76,430 |
| Chief Executives | $166,710 |
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