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# Jobs in Anchorage, AK — Oil, Healthcare & Salary

**State:** [Alaska Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/alaska?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,723

**Hiring momentum:** -47.9% — 25 new postings in the last 28 days vs 48 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 2,601
- Median salary: $59K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $44K – $99K
- Remote share: 6.8%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 2,601 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- New postings for Anchorage, AK fell 48% in the last 28 days (25 vs 48 in the 28 days before).
- Industries with the most postings in Anchorage, AK: Hospitals and Health Care (17% of all postings), followed by Retail and Staffing Agencies.
- Pay in Anchorage, AK runs 15% below the United States median ($59K vs $70K).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Anchorage, AK

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 453 | $93K |
| Retail | 434 | $42K |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 210 | — |
| Retail Groceries | 179 | — |
| Restaurants | 84 | — |
| Wholesale | 63 | — |
| Telecommunications | 57 | — |
| Professional Services | 56 | — |
| Defense & Space | 51 | — |
| Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 50 | $79K |

## Top roles hiring in Anchorage, AK

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 202 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 101 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 54 | — |
| Delivery Driver | 53 | — |
| Cashier | 47 | — |
| Physical Therapist | 45 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 43 | — |
| Warehouse Associate | 37 | — |
| Sales Representative | 36 | — |
| Grocery Clerk | 34 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Anchorage, AK

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 179 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 80 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 23 employers filed 39 petitions; under 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Anchorage, AK

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Michels Corporation | 7 | — |
| University of Alaska | 4 | — |
| Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) | 3 | — |
| Nskhc | 3 | — |
| MOH Financial | 3 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Wasilla, AK — Healthcare, Retail & Mat-Su](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/alaska/wasilla?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 29.4 mi | 287 | $44K |
| [Jobs in Soldotna, AK — Oil, Fishing & Kenai Jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/alaska/soldotna?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 64.2 mi | 160 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Anchorage?

Oil and gas, healthcare, government, transportation, and retail are the top hiring sectors in Anchorage. The city hosts the headquarters of major Alaska oil industry companies alongside large hospital systems and federal and state agency offices.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Anchorage, AK?

Anchorage salaries are above the US median, driven by Alaska's cost of living and the oil and gas sector. Healthcare, government, and engineering roles command particularly competitive pay. The salary section on this page shows current figures by industry.
### Which companies hire most in Anchorage?

Major oil and gas operators, regional hospital systems, the State of Alaska, federal agencies, and airlines serving Alaska's hub airport are among Anchorage's top employers. The top hiring companies table on this page lists employers with current openings.
### Is remote work common for Anchorage, AK jobs?

Remote and hybrid roles exist in Anchorage for corporate, tech, and administrative functions, but oil and gas field support, healthcare, and government positions are predominantly on-site given Alaska's operational demands.
### How can I expand my job search beyond Anchorage?

Use the nearby cities table on this page to explore roles in Wasilla, Soldotna, or Fairbanks. The <a href="/locations/alaska">Alaska jobs page</a> provides a statewide view of open positions and hiring trends across all major Alaska cities.
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