Travel Nurse Pay in Anchorage, Alaska: 2026 Cost of Living & GSA Rates
Economic analysis: GSA housing caps, average rent, and profitability verdict for travel nurses in Anchorage.
Data reviewed July 3, 2026 · 50 states, 221 cities, FY2026 GSA rates
Pay and rent figures on this page are our own editorial estimates, reviewed July 31, 2026 — not survey or government wage data. How we produce these numbers.
Economics Verdict
GSA does not publish a per diem rate for Anchorage — Alaska and Hawaii per diem is set by the Department of Defense (DTMO), not GSA. We can't compute a housing-cap-vs-rent verdict without a sourced rate; check your assignment's actual DTMO per diem instead.
How the numbers here are checked
Tax figures are computed from published IRS and SSA sources and per diem from GSA, each carrying a citation and a retrieval date; our build fails if any loses one. Pay, rent and cost-of-living figures are our own editorial estimates. This page has not been reviewed by a licensed professional — see our methodology, and consult a CPA about your own situation.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
Federal tax applies to wages after the $16,100 standard deduction; FICA applies to all wages. Tax-free stipends are excluded from both.
Same-state assignment, and AK levies no wage income tax, so no state income tax return is due on these wages.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$96.89
Based on 36 hours in AK.
Gross Weekly Pay
$3,488
Taxable Weekly Income
$2,088
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$449
True Net Weekly Pay
$3,039
Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$39,503
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$79,007
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$158,013
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$3,039
per week
Taxes
$449
per week
Total Gross: $3,488 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$1,000
≈ $4,330/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Anchorage
$1,500
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$2,830
Your stipend covers rent with $2,830 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Anchorage
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Anchorage's cost of living is higher than the national average by 25.3 points.
💡 High cost of living area. Ensure your pay compensates for the increased expenses.
Rent figures are our own editorial estimates, not survey or listings data. Actual rent varies by neighborhood and housing type.
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Travel Nurse Pay in Anchorage
Average Hourly Rate
$58/hr
Average Weekly Pay
$2,320
GSA Per Diem
Not published by GSA for Anchorage — set by DoD DTMO instead
Cost of Living in Anchorage
Cost of Living Index
125.3 (Above National Average)
Studio
$1300/mo
1 Bedroom
$1500/mo
2 Bedroom
$2000/mo
Top Hospitals in Anchorage
- 🏥 Providence Alaska
- 🏥 Alaska Native Medical
- 🏥 VA Alaska
Specialty Pay in Anchorage
Estimated hourly rates for the specialties most in demand here. Click any specialty for certifications, demand and national pay detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Anchorage, Alaska?
Travel nurses in Anchorage typically earn between $53 and $68 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $58/hr. GSA does not publish a per diem rate for Anchorage — Alaska and Hawaii per diem is set by the Department of Defense (DTMO), not GSA — so we can't add a stipend estimate to that figure here.
What are the GSA rates for Anchorage, Alaska?
GSA does not publish a per diem rate for Anchorage. Alaska and Hawaii per diem is set by the Department of Defense (DTMO), not GSA — check your assignment's actual DTMO per diem rate rather than a GSA lookup. For official GSA rates elsewhere, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
What is the cost of living in Anchorage?
The cost of living index in Anchorage is 125.3, which is above the national average. Average rent ranges from $1300 for a studio to $2000 for a two-bedroom apartment.
What hospitals hire travel nurses in Anchorage?
Top hospitals in Anchorage that frequently hire travel nurses include Providence Alaska, Alaska Native Medical, VA Alaska, and others. These facilities offer competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions for travel nurses.
What specialties are in demand in Anchorage?
The most in-demand specialties for travel nurses in Anchorage include Med-Surg, ER, ICU. These specialties typically offer higher pay rates and more contract opportunities.