Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Alaska compares
Alaska's median is $72,520, $14,970 (26.0%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 3rd, one of the ten best-paying 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $102,070 or more and the bottom 10% under $55,950. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 160 marine mechanics work in Alaska, 0.7% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Alaska has 3.2 times as many marine mechanics as the U.S. average.
Pay distribution: Alaska vs. United States
Alaska median $72,520
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Alaska annual | Alaska hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $55,950 | $26.90 | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $63,000 | $30.29 | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $72,520 | $34.86 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $92,720 | $44.58 | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $102,070 | $49.07 | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $75,680 | $36.39 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
States with similar pay
Questions about marine mechanic pay in Alaska
How much does a marine mechanic make in Alaska?
The median is $72,520 a year, or $34.86 an hour (May 2025). The average is $75,680.
Is Alaska a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 3rd of 50, 26.0% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Alaska?
About 160.