Engineering Alaska (AK) Rank #4 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Alaska

The median civil engineer salary in Alaska is $111,526 per year, which is 24.0% above the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary
$111,526
vs National
+$21,586
State Rank
#4 of 50
Cost of Living
124%

Civil Engineer Salary in Alaska by Experience

In Alaska, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $76,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $161,200 per year. The cost of living index in Alaska is 124% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,880
+$14,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$111,600
+$21,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$161,200
+$31,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alaska

Percentile AK Salary
10th Percentile $74,896
25th Percentile $90,768
Median (50th) $111,526
75th Percentile $141,360
90th Percentile $171,864

Major Cities for Civil Engineers in Alaska

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Alaska include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, and Sitka. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Anchorage, AK
Metro area for civil engineer employment
Fairbanks, AK
Metro area for civil engineer employment
Juneau, AK
Metro area for civil engineer employment
Sitka, AK
Metro area for civil engineer employment
Wasilla, AK
Metro area for civil engineer employment

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Alaska

Education

Most civil engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Alaska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook in Alaska

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Alaska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.