Salary Report for Alaska Nursing Assistants
Alaska Rankings
Compare Alaska to U.S.
Alaska Nursing Assistants earn an average of $43,080 which is 29% more than the national average salary of $33,250.
| Type | Alaska | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $20.71 | $15.99 | 29.52% |
| Average Annual Salary | $43,080 | $33,250 | 29.56% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Alaska, 50% of Nursing Assistants earn between $37,380 and $47,520 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nursing Assistants earn more than $55,520, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nursing Assistants.
Approximately 10% of Nursing Assistants earn under $36,590, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nursing Assistants.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 176 | Under $36,590 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 264 | $36,590 – $37,380 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 440 | $37,380 – $41,410 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 440 | $41,410 – $47,520 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 264 | $41,410 – $55,520 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 176 | Above $55,520 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nursing Assistants in Alaska nurses earn about $41,728 per year which is more than the average U.S. nurse of $33,250.
Cost-of-living in Alaska is 3% higher than the national average, which means Alaska residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
More cost-of-living reports for U.S. States.
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $43,080, Alaska Nursing Assistants tend to earn less than Nurse Practitioners ($113,820), Registered Nurses ($97,230), Nursing Instructors ($96,100), Nurse Midwives ($96,020), and LPNs ($63,650).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $113,820 |
| Registered Nurses | $97,230 |
| Nursing Instructors | $96,100 |
| Nurse Midwives | $96,020 |
| LPNs | $63,650 |
| Nursing Assistants | $43,080 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Alaska the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (6,500), Nursing Assistants (2,330) and LPNs (590).
The three professions in Alaska needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Midwives (18.2%), LPNs (15.7%) and Registered Nurses (14.4%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 5,680 | 6,500 | 14.4% | 400 |
| Nursing Assistants | 2,040 | 2,330 | 14.2% | 290 |
| LPNs | 510 | 590 | 15.7% | 50 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 350 | 400 | 14.3% | 30 |
| Nurse Midwives | 110 | 130 | 18.2% | 10 |
| Nursing Instructors | 80 | 80 | 0% | 10 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 70 | 80 | 14.3% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Alaska Cities
The average salary for Nursing Assistants in Alaska is $43,080. The top cities that pay Nursing Assistants the most are Alaska Nonmetropolitan Area ($45,430), Fairbanks ($43,880) and Anchorage ($41,580).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nursing Assistants the highest average annual salary are Alaska Nonmetropolitan Area ($44,976), Fairbanks ($42,265) and Anchorage ($39,873).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nursing Assistants in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nursing Assistants salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Nonmetropolitan Area | $45,430 | $44,976 | $-454 |
| Fairbanks | $43,880 | $42,265 | $-1,615 |
| Anchorage | $41,580 | $39,873 | $-1,707 |
Salary FAQ for Alaska Nursing Assistants
City and Rural Summaries
Alaska Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $45,430
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $44,976
Hourly Wage: $21.84
Currently Employed: 570
Cost-of-Living Index: 101.01
Alaska Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Anchorage
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $41,580
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $39,873
Hourly Wage: $20
Currently Employed: 1,000
Cost-of-Living Index: 104.28
Anchorage Salary Report
Fairbanks
Average Nursing Assistants Salary: $43,880
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $42,265
Hourly Wage: $21.10
Currently Employed: 190
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.82
Fairbanks Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nursing Assistants: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data