Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in Alaska
State median
Public data$30.35/hr
≈ $63,128/year full-time
Pay distribution in Alaska
25th percentile
$27.49
per hour
Median
$30.35
per hour
75th percentile
$35.76
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in Alaska?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in Alaska is $30.35/hr (about $63,128/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $27.49 and $35.76 per hour.
How does Alaska compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
Alaska pays 22% above the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.