Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Salary in Alaska

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

Median annual salary $105,680 +18.3% vs national
Median hourly $50.81
10th percentile $86,120
90th percentile $133,310
Employed locally 40
National median $89,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $86,120
    25th
    $92,210
    50th (median)
    $105,680
    75th
    $128,340
    90th
    $133,310

    Top-paying metros for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,600
    Vallejo, CA $165,020
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $161,090
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $157,640
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $151,980
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $143,750

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $108,470
    Medical Records Specialists $61,080
    Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other $49,750
    Pharmacy Technicians $50,630
    Family Medicine Physicians $225,810
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $57,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Alaska is $50.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.09 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salaries?

    The median Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salary in Alaska is 18.3% above the national median of $89,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (10th percentile) earn around $86,120 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $92,210.