Alaska Minimum Wage (2026)
Built & reviewed by Nandu Kannan · Overtime rules cited to primary statutes
Alaska's minimum wage is $13.00 an hour in 2026. Alaska's minimum is $13.00 and is scheduled to rise to $14.00 on July 1, 2026.
Alaska minimum wage vs. the federal minimum
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. Alaska's effective minimum is $13.00 — $5.75 above the federal floor. Where state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay whichever is higher.
Minimum-wage pay & overtime
At $13.00 an hour, overtime (1.5×) is $19.50 per hour. 1.5× after 8 hours/day and after 40 hours/week. Run your own numbers with the Alaska overtime calculator or convert it to a yearly figure with the salary to hourly calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Alaska in 2026?
The minimum wage in Alaska is $13.00 per hour as of 2026. Alaska's minimum is $13.00 and is scheduled to rise to $14.00 on July 1, 2026.
How much is Alaska's minimum wage per year?
At $13.00 an hour, full-time (40 hours a week, 52 weeks) is about $27,040 a year before taxes, or $520 a week.
Is Alaska's minimum wage higher than the federal minimum?
Yes. Alaska's $13.00 is above the federal minimum of $7.25. When state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay the higher rate.
What is overtime pay on Alaska's minimum wage?
Overtime is 1.5× your regular rate, so a minimum-wage worker at $13.00 earns $19.50 per overtime hour. 1.5× after 8 hours/day and after 40 hours/week.
Rate as of January 2026, from the U.S. Department of Labor. Cities and counties may set higher local minimums, and rates change — confirm with your state labor office. General information, not legal or payroll advice.
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