Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) Salary in Alaska

Estimated median pay is $67,000 per year, with a typical range of $48,500–$87,000 depending on experience, setting and shift differentials.

We apply Alaska's registered-nurse wage index (its RN mean pay relative to the national RN mean) to the national median for this role. It's a modeled estimate, not state-specific BLS data broken out by role — use it as a starting point, not a guarantee.

Alaska pays above the national average for nursing roles — its RN wage index is 120% of the national mean.

No — this reflects staff/permanent employment estimates. Travel and per-diem rates run higher and include stipends; see our staffing pages for contract-specific pay.