Light Truck Drivers pay in Alaska
In Alaska, the median pay for light truck drivers is $27.50 an hour ($57,190 a year). About 1,790 people work in this job there.
That is 27% higher than the U.S. median ($44,860). Alaska ranks 1st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for light truck drivers in Alaska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.89 | $37,210 |
| 25% of workers | $23.37 | $48,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.50 | $57,190 |
| 75% of workers | $39.78 | $82,740 |
| 90% of workers | $46.30 | $96,300 |
Light Truck Drivers pay in Alaska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | $57,250 | 1,400 |
| Fairbanks-College | $50,480 | 120 |
Alaska unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for light truck drivers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 107,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alaska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $70,100 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $48,420 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $39,800 |
| Cargo and Freight Agents | $52,070 |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance | $56,730 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $54,200 |
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