Biologists Salary in Alaska
Biologists in Alaska earn a median of $106,870 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Biological Scientists, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $106,870
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range in Alaska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,390; the top 10% earn over $130,270. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near Alaska
Similar jobs in Alaska
- Geneticists$106,870 median in Alaska (broader BLS group)
- Bioinformatics Scientists$106,870 median in Alaska (broader BLS group)
- Microbiologists$76,320 median in Alaska
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$106,870 median in Alaska (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$104,930 median in Alaska
- Soil and Plant Scientists$100,320 median in Alaska
Biologists pay in Alaska
How much do biologists make in Alaska?
The median is $106,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,390 and the top 10% earn over $130,270. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alaska a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 50 (+8% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.