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Electrician Salary
in Alaska
Electricians in Alaska (AK) earn a median of $75,100 a year, about $36 an hour. That runs roughly 22% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $49,400 and $127,100.
Electrician pay by experience in Alaska
- Apprentice$45,100$22/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$75,100$36/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$102,100$49/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Alaska metros
- Anchorage$76,300$37/hr
- Fairbanks$72,800$35/hr
- Juneau$74,800$36/hr
Licensing in Alaska
Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work.
Frequently asked
- How much do electricians make in Alaska?
- Electricians in Alaska earn a median of $75,100 per year, about $36 per hour. That is roughly 22% above the national median. Most earn between $49,400 and $127,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Alaska?
- Among Alaska's major metros, Anchorage tends to pay electricians the most, near $76,300 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Alaska?
- Yes. Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work. Licensing in Alaska is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Electrician pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Alaska by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.