Anthropologists and Archeologists Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $87,400 +34.6% vs national
Median hourly $42.02
10th percentile $67,720
90th percentile $127,690
Employed locally 40
National median $64,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,720
    25th
    $72,240
    50th (median)
    $87,400
    75th
    $104,770
    90th
    $127,690

    Top-paying metros for Anthropologists and Archeologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts $106,540
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $104,640
    Anchorage, AK $101,070
    Alaska $92,870
    Nebraska $92,750
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $92,620

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $87,660
    Biological Technicians $53,410
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $90,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $89,980
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $53,140
    Biological Scientists, All Other $101,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Anthropologists and Archeologists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Anthropologists and Archeologists in Alaska is $42.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.01 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Anthropologists and Archeologists salaries?

    The median Anthropologists and Archeologists salary in Alaska is 34.6% above the national median of $64,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Anthropologists and Archeologists in Alaska?

    Entry-level Anthropologists and Archeologists (10th percentile) earn around $67,720 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,240.