Computer Programmers Salary in Alaska

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

Median annual salary $87,330 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $41.99
10th percentile $50,230
90th percentile $131,880
Employed locally 190
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,230
    25th
    $66,780
    50th (median)
    $87,330
    75th
    $112,390
    90th
    $131,880

    Top-paying metros for Computer Programmers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $167,970
    Boulder, CO $162,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $159,250
    Washington $158,820
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $136,880
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $133,560

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $57,510
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $101,600
    Computer Systems Analysts $78,420
    Computer Network Support Specialists $74,540
    Computer Occupations, All Other $111,010
    Software Developers $99,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Alaska is $41.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.11 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Alaska is 11.5% below the national median of $98,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Programmers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $50,230 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,780.