Minimum wage in Alaska
Alaska's minimum wage is $14.00 an hour, $6.75 above the federal minimum. Full-time, that works out to $29,120 a year before taxes.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: dol.gov.
$14.00Minimum wage per hour
$14.00Tipped cash wage
$21.00Overtime rate (1.5×)
$15.00From July 1, 2027
Scheduled changes: $15.00 on July 1, 2027.
Who gets which rate
Rate was $13.00 Jan 1-Jun 30, 2026; rose to $14.00 on July 1, 2026. No tip credit.
What the minimum wage pays in Alaska
| Period | Before taxes | After taxes (estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| Hour | $14.00 | $12.16 |
| Week (40 hours) | $560 | $486 |
| Month | $2,427 | $2,107 |
| Year (2,080 hours) | $29,120 | $25,287 |
After-tax figures assume a single filer with the standard deduction, tax year 2026. Run your own numbers.
Overtime
Non-exempt workers earn at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek, which is $21.00 an hour at the Alaska minimum. Daily overtime after 8 hours in a day and weekly after 40 (employers with 4+ employees).
How Alaska compares with its neighbors
| State | Minimum wage | Next change |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $14.00 | $15.00 on July 1, 2027 |
| Washington | $17.13 | $17.73 on January 1, 2027 |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the minimum wage in Alaska?
- The Alaska minimum wage is $14.00 an hour as of November 3, 2026.
- Is Alaska's minimum wage going up?
- Yes. It is scheduled to rise to $15.00 on July 1, 2027.
- What is the tipped minimum wage in Alaska?
- Tipped workers must be paid the full minimum wage of $14.00 before tips.
- How much is minimum wage a year in Alaska?
- About $29,120 before taxes for 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year, or roughly $25,287 after federal taxes.