Registered Nurses pay in Anchorage
In Anchorage (AK), the median pay for registered nurses is $55.43 an hour ($115,290 a year). About 4,990 people work in this job there.
That is 18% higher than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is 5% higher than the Alaska median ($109,480).
Pay range for registered nurses in Anchorage (AK)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.27 | $85,840 |
| 25% of workers | $46.97 | $97,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $55.43 | $115,290 |
| 75% of workers | $62.07 | $129,100 |
| 90% of workers | $74.59 | $155,150 |
Registered Nurses pay in Alaska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage (this page) | $115,290 | 4,990 |
Alaska unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for registered nurses
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 180,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Anchorage (AK)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $45,370 |
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