Medical Assistants Salary in Alaska

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

Median annual salary $54,270 +22.8% vs national
Median hourly $26.09
10th percentile $39,440
90th percentile $69,020
Employed locally 570
National median $44,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,440
    25th
    $48,030
    50th (median)
    $54,270
    75th
    $60,120
    90th
    $69,020

    Top-paying metros for Medical Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vallejo, CA $75,180
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,900
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $62,570
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $62,290
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $59,910
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $58,850

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $42,940
    Nursing Assistants $48,510
    Dental Assistants $51,520
    Massage Therapists $135,630
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $65,950
    Phlebotomists $55,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Assistants make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Assistants in Alaska is $26.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.16 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Medical Assistants salaries?

    The median Medical Assistants salary in Alaska is 22.8% above the national median of $44,200. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Medical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $39,440 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,030.