Machinists Salary in Alaska

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

Median annual salary $64,450 +14.8% vs national
Median hourly $30.99
10th percentile $47,680
90th percentile $94,120
Employed locally 70
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,680
    25th
    $51,660
    50th (median)
    $64,450
    75th
    $84,440
    90th
    $94,120

    Top-paying metros for Machinists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $101,810
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $85,530
    Bloomington, IL $81,240
    Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL $80,150
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $78,580
    Barnstable Town, MA $77,650

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers $37,080
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $94,290
    Power Plant Operators $83,090
    Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators $71,350
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $78,450
    Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers $26,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Alaska is $30.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.13 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Alaska is 14.8% above the national median of $56,150. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machinists in Alaska?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $47,680 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,660.