Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Alaska

$23,809 $77,268
10th pct Median: $44,923 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$23,809
25th Percentile$32,345
50th (Median)$44,923
75th Percentile$61,994
90th (Top Earners)$77,268
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Alaska median salary of $44,923 for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $35,345 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Alaska's higher cost of living (COL index: 127.1) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make in Alaska?
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Alaska earn a median annual salary of $44,923 per year ($21.60/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $40,110.
Is Alaska a good state for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators?
Alaska pays above the national average for industrial truck and tractor operators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Alaska is higher average (COL index: 127.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Alaska?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 127.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $44,923 salary in Alaska has the purchasing power of approximately $35,345 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Alaska reduce real purchasing power.
How does Alaska compare to neighboring states for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Alaska

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $372,064
2 Radiologists $347,110
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $342,966
4 Neurologists $331,072
5 Surgeons, All Other $329,862
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $304,506
7 Psychiatrists $279,774
8 Physicians, Pathologists $273,190
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Alaska

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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