Psychologist Salary in Alaska
Based on 40+ workers in Alaska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AK)
$124,270
$59.75/hr
vs National Average
$97,188
+27.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$42K – $170K
40 employed in Alaska
Salary Distribution — Psychologist in Alaska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $42,360 |
| 25th percentile | $86,360 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $124,270 |
| 75th percentile | $165,460 |
| 90th percentile | $170,180 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychologists in Alaska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $131,040 | — |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $112,010 | 5K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $101,960 | 2K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $99,770 | 63K |
| Educational Services | $91,550 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychologist in Alaska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Alaska) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $124,270 |
| 2026 (projected) | $127,998 |
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 | $124,270 | $97,188 |
| 2026 (projected) | $127,998 | $100,104 |
Psychologist Salary by Experience Level in Alaska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $86,360 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $124,270 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $165,460 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $170,180 |
Psychologist Salary in Other States
Related Psychologist Salaries in Alaska
How other high-demand occupations in Alaska compare to Psychologist ($124,270 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geoscientist in AK | $107,410 | -13.6% | $51.64/hr |
| Chemist in AK | $106,010 | -14.7% | $50.97/hr |
| Medical Scientist in AK | $104,930 | -15.6% | $50.45/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in AK | $93,860 | -24.5% | $45.13/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in AK | $91,960 | -26.0% | $44.21/hr |
| Mechanical Engineer in AK | $124,340 | +0.1% | $59.78/hr |
| Materials Engineer in AK | $123,360 | -0.7% | $59.31/hr |
| Electrical Engineer in AK | $125,970 | +1.4% | $60.56/hr |
| Financial Manager in AK | $127,030 | +2.2% | $61.07/hr |
| Public Relations Manager in AK | $120,920 | -2.7% | $58.13/hr |
| Computer Network Architect in AK | $119,720 | -3.7% | $57.56/hr |
| Human Resources Manager in AK | $129,570 | +4.3% | $62.29/hr |