Medical Assistant Salary in Alaska: $54,477 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Alaska's 5 metropolitan areas, the average median medical assistant pay sits at $54,477/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 31-9092. Because Alaska sits at BEA RPP 106.1 (6% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $51,345 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Fairbanks ($52,140), Anchorage ($51,930), Juneau ($47,924).
In 2026, medical assistants in Alaska are projected to earn an average median salary of $54,477, which is 13.6% higher than the national median of $47,961. The salary variations across cities are significant, with Fairbanks offering the highest pay at $54,731, while Sitka presents the lowest at $47,012. This difference of $7,719 can be attributed to factors such as cost of living, local demand for healthcare services, and competition among employers in each city. Alaska also has specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that influence salaries and job roles. These regulations ensure that medical assistants are well-trained and support the growing healthcare system, which is projected to expand at an annual growth rate of 4.97% according to recent data. The medical assistant job market in Alaska is solid, with a total of 1,565 professionals employed statewide. Top cities for medical assistant employment include Anchorage at $54,511 and Juneau at $50,306. With a consistent demand for healthcare workers due to population needs and the ongoing expansion of healthcare facilities, the outlook for this profession remains positive in the state.
Alaska Medical Assistant Salary Range
Overall salary range in Alaska: $38,898 (lowest entry-level) to $68,272 (highest top earner)
Alaska vs National Average
Alaska medical assistants earn 13.59% more than the national median (+$6,516/year difference).
Alaska Medical Assistant Salary Distribution (2026)
Medical Assistant salaries in Alaska range from $48,017 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $67,679 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $54,477. The Alaska median is $6,516 above the US national median of $47,961. The average hourly rate is $26.19/hr. Approximately 1,565 medical assistants are employed across 5 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$44,617
2025 BLS Actual
$51,898
2026 Current Est.
$54,477
2019–2027 Growth
+28.2%
Salary Trajectory for Medical Assistants in Alaska (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.97% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $44,617 | Actual |
| 2020 | $45,453 | Actual |
| 2021 | $47,167 | Actual |
| 2022 | $47,251 | Actual |
| 2023 | $50,254 | Actual |
| 2024 | $51,962 | Actual |
| 2025 | $51,898 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $54,477 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $57,185 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Alaska metropolitan area, the median medical assistant salary grew 16.3% from $44,617 (2019) to $51,898 (2025). At a 4.97% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $57,185 by 2027 — a total increase of $12,568 (28.17%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Alaska metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.97% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Alaska
Best Value Cities for Medical Assistants in Alaska
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Alaska cities offer the most purchasing power for medical assistants.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks | $54,731 | 103.208 | $53,030 |
| Anchorage | $54,511 | 105.42 | $51,708 |
| Juneau | $50,306 | 106.1 | $47,414 |
| Wasilla | $47,043 | 106.1 | $44,338 |
| Sitka | $47,012 | 106.1 | $44,309 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Alaska
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $48,017 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $54,477 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $67,679 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Alaska metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
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Written by Emma Chen, CMA
Career Analyst
Emma has over 8 years of experience as a medical assistant. She has worked in both outpatient clinics and hospitals. Her expertise includes patient care and administrative support.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.97% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 medical assistant compensation across Alaska. State averages are employment-weighted across 5 metro areas — larger metro areas with more medical assistantscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.97%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for medical assistants (SOC 31-9092).
Compiled and verified by Emma Chen, CMA, a licensed medical assistant with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov