salary$82,440 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Anchorage, AK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$58,550per year
Top pay (top 10%)$123,200per year
Jobs in the area930people work this job
Can a electrician afford Anchorage?
OK. Rent of $1,651 a month takes 24.0% of the median electrician salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician make in Anchorage, AK?
The median pay for a electrician in the Anchorage, AK area is $82,440 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $58,550 and $123,200.
Can a electrician afford to live in Anchorage?
Typical rent of $1,651 a month takes 24.0% of the median electrician salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Anchorage, AK metro area.