Nurse Practitioner salary in Alaska
Nurse practitioners in Alaska earn a median $155,170 a year, 17% above the national median of $132,300. That ranks #5 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $116,783.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1171. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $155,170 | $12,931 | $5,968 | $74.60 |
| Average pay | $149,120 | $12,427 | $5,735 | $71.69 |
| Take-home (median) | $116,783 | $9,732 | $4,492 | $56.15 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $25,975 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $11,871 |
| Alaska income tax and state programs | $542 |
| Take-home | $116,783 |
Alaska's prices are 2% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $114,091 buys in an average-priced state. The Alaska minimum wage is $14.00; the median nurse practitioner earns 5.3 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in Alaska vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $155,170 | $116,783 | $114,091 |
| Washington | $156,100 | $115,795 | $108,206 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in Alaska?
- The median salary is $155,170 a year ($74.60 an hour), and the average is $149,120, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in Alaska?
- About $116,783 a year after federal taxes, or $4,492 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in Alaska than the national average?
- Alaska ranks #5 of 51 for median pay, 17% above the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #1.