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Data Engineer Salary in Alaska

The median data engineer salary in Alaska is $151,250 per year, which is 21.0% above the national median of $125,000.

Median Salary
$151,250
vs National
+$26,250
State Rank
#6 of 50
Cost of Living
124%

Data Engineer Salary in Alaska by Experience

In Alaska, an entry-level data engineer earns around $96,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $217,800 per year. The cost of living index in Alaska is 124% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$96,800
+$16,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$153,670
+$26,670 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$217,800
+$37,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alaska

Percentile AK Salary
10th Percentile $94,380
25th Percentile $121,000
Median (50th) $151,250
75th Percentile $191,180
90th Percentile $229,900

Data Engineer Salary by City in Alaska

The largest employment areas for data engineers in Alaska include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, and Sitka. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Data Engineer in Alaska

Education

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

Key Skills

PythonSQLSparkAirflowAWS/GCPData Modeling

Job Outlook in Alaska

Nationally, data engineer employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Alaska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.