Alaska Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Alaska, take-home pay is about $50,119 a year, or $1,927.65 every two weeks, after federal taxes and state payroll deductions.
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Take-home pay: $1,927.65 every two weeks
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Unemployment Insurance (UI) | −$10.42 | −$271.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,927.65 | $50,119.00 |
How Alaska taxes your paycheck
Alaska has no state income tax on wages.
Employees also pay:
- Unemployment Insurance (UI): 0.5% of wages up to $54,200
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Alaska's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Alaska by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $156.00 | $27,093.20 | $1,042.05 |
| $20 an hour | $208.00 | $35,397.60 | $1,361.45 |
| $25 an hour | $260.00 | $43,702.00 | $1,680.85 |
| $30 an hour | $271.00 | $52,047.40 | $2,001.82 |
| $40 an hour | $271.00 | $67,090.20 | $2,580.39 |
| $50,000 a year | $250.00 | $42,105.00 | $1,619.42 |
| $60,000 a year | $271.00 | $50,119.00 | $1,927.65 |
| $75,000 a year | $271.00 | $61,321.50 | $2,358.52 |
| $100,000 a year | $271.00 | $78,909.00 | $3,034.96 |
| $125,000 a year | $271.00 | $96,432.50 | $3,708.94 |
| $150,000 a year | $271.00 | $113,520.00 | $4,366.15 |
Single filer, standard Form W-4, paid every two weeks; hourly wages assume 40 hours a week. State taxes are income tax plus payroll deductions.
Alaska vs. the nearest state
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $271 | $50,119 |
| Washington | $832 | $49,558 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alaska have a state income tax?
No. Alaska has no state income tax on wages. Only federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of your paycheck, plus the state payroll deductions below.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Alaska?
About $50,119 a year, or $1,927.65 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Alaska employees pay?
Besides federal taxes, Alaska employees pay Unemployment Insurance (UI) (0.5% of wages up to $54,200). Everyone also pays Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
What does this estimate leave out?
It leaves out tax credits, itemized deductions and extra withholding you ask for on your W-4. Your actual tax for the year is settled when you file your return.