salary$51,930 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Anchorage, AK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,040per year
Jobs in the area1,370people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Anchorage?
Expensive. Rent of $1,651 a month takes 38.2% of the median medical assistant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Anchorage, AK?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Anchorage, AK area is $51,930 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $45,870 and $65,040.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Anchorage?
Typical rent of $1,651 a month takes 38.2% of the median medical assistant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Anchorage, AK metro area.