Geoscientist Salary in Alaska
Based on 430+ workers in Alaska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AK)
$107,410
$51.64/hr
vs National Average
$90,668
+18.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$66K – $177K
430 employed in Alaska
Salary Distribution — Geoscientist in Alaska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $66,330 |
| 25th percentile | $89,400 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $107,410 |
| 75th percentile | $136,700 |
| 90th percentile | $176,940 |
Top-Paying Industries for Geoscientist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Geoscientists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Geoscientists in Alaska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $168,680 | 910 |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $158,590 | 4K |
| Utilities | $133,170 | 120 |
| Manufacturing | $131,040 | 110 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $122,390 | 30 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Geoscientist in Alaska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Alaska) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $107,410 |
| 2026 (projected) | $110,632 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Alaska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $107,410 | $90,668 |
| 2026 (projected) | $110,632 | $93,388 |
Geoscientist Salary by Experience Level in Alaska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $89,400 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $107,410 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $136,700 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $176,940 |
Geoscientist Salary in Other States
Related Geoscientist Salaries in Alaska
How other high-demand occupations in Alaska compare to Geoscientist ($107,410 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Geoscientist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologist in AK | $124,270 | +15.7% | $59.75/hr |
| Chemist in AK | $106,010 | -1.3% | $50.97/hr |
| Medical Scientist in AK | $104,930 | -2.3% | $50.45/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in AK | $93,860 | -12.6% | $45.13/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in AK | $91,960 | -14.4% | $44.21/hr |
| Administrative Services Manager in AK | $106,400 | -0.9% | $51.15/hr |
| Chemical Engineer in AK | $106,080 | -1.2% | $51.00/hr |
| Software Engineer in AK | $105,960 | -1.3% | $50.94/hr |
| Training and Development Manager in AK | $105,430 | -1.8% | $50.69/hr |
| Registered Nurse in AK | $109,480 | +1.9% | $52.63/hr |
| Environmental Engineer in AK | $110,220 | +2.6% | $52.99/hr |
| Economist in AK | $111,040 | +3.4% | $53.38/hr |