Purchasing Agent Salary in Alaska
Based on 890+ workers in Alaska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AK)
$83,460
$40.13/hr
vs National Average
$76,869
+8.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$61K – $133K
890 employed in Alaska
Salary Distribution — Purchasing Agent in Alaska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $60,860 |
| 25th percentile | $66,750 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $83,460 |
| 75th percentile | $106,870 |
| 90th percentile | $132,730 |
Top-Paying Industries for Purchasing Agent (U.S.)
Which industries pay Purchasing Agents the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Purchasing Agents in Alaska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $99,240 | 4K |
| Finance and Insurance | $98,000 | 9K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $95,870 | 64K |
| Information | $93,980 | 7K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $88,830 | 40K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Purchasing Agent in Alaska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Alaska) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $83,460 |
| 2026 (projected) | $85,964 |
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 | $83,460 | $76,869 |
| 2026 (projected) | $85,964 | $79,175 |
Purchasing Agent Salary by Experience Level in Alaska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $66,750 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $83,460 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $106,870 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $132,730 |
Purchasing Agent Salary in Other States
Related Purchasing Agent Salaries in Alaska
How other high-demand occupations in Alaska compare to Purchasing Agent ($83,460 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Purchasing Agent | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Sales Agent in AK | $89,170 | +6.8% | $42.87/hr |
| Logistician in AK | $87,280 | +4.6% | $41.96/hr |
| Training and Development Specialist in AK | $81,860 | -1.9% | $39.36/hr |
| Public Relations Specialist in AK | $70,050 | -16.1% | $33.68/hr |
| Market Research Analyst in AK | $66,710 | -20.1% | $32.07/hr |
| Real Estate Broker in AK | $65,820 | -21.1% | $31.64/hr |
| Editor in AK | $63,630 | -23.8% | $30.59/hr |
| Accountant in AK | $83,460 | +0.0% | $40.13/hr |
| School Counselor in AK | $82,900 | -0.7% | $39.86/hr |
| Data Scientist in AK | $84,110 | +0.8% | $40.44/hr |
| Credit Analyst in AK | $81,340 | -2.5% | $39.11/hr |
| Computer Network Support Specialist in AK | $86,110 | +3.2% | $41.40/hr |