DOL Median (Alaska)
$61,693
vs National
-37.7%
National: $99,100BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$49,354
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$61,693
-37.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$99,100
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economists in Alaska earns $61,693 in nominal terms, which is 37.7% below the national average of $99,100. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 125.0 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $49,354 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Alaska
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Alaska | $61,693 | 1 |
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How much does a Economists make in Alaska?
The median Economists salary in Alaska is $61,693 based on 1 DOL filings.
Is Alaska a good place to work as a Economists?
A Economists in Alaska earns 37.7% less than the national median of $99,100, or $49,354 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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