Medical Assistants pay in Alaska
In Alaska, the median pay for medical assistants is $25.27 an hour ($52,560 a year). About 2,140 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($45,690). Alaska ranks 2nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in Alaska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.14 | $46,060 |
| 25% of workers | $23.52 | $48,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.27 | $52,560 |
| 75% of workers | $29.57 | $61,510 |
| 90% of workers | $31.27 | $65,040 |
Medical Assistants pay in Alaska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks-College | $52,140 | 180 |
| Anchorage | $51,930 | 1,370 |
Alaska unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 109,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alaska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $109,480 |
| Nursing Assistants | $46,370 |
| Dental Assistants | $57,710 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $61,090 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $54,070 |
| Massage Therapists | $134,930 |
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