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Updated for 2026 tax year

Alaska Salary Calculator

Free Alaska (AK) salary calculator with 2026 state and federal tax rates. Estimates are for planning — not tax advice.

Income
Tax Information
Estimated Net Pay
$2,065.20
per bi-weekly paycheck

Paycheck Breakdown

  • Gross Pay$2,353.85
  • Federal Income Tax$198.62
  • Alaska State Tax$0.00
  • Social Security (6.2%)$72.97
  • Medicare (1.45%)$17.07
  • Net Pay$2,065.20
Annual Gross
$61,200.00
Effective Tax Rate
12.26%

Alaska Paycheck & Tax Overview

Alaska does not tax wage income at the state level. The Alaska minimum wage is $11.91/hour as of 2026 (verify with your state labor department for the latest rate). Workers in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, and elsewhere in Alaska still pay federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare on every paycheck — use the calculator above with your gross pay to see realistic take-home amounts for 2026.

Alaska State Income Tax — 2026

Alaska does not levy a state income tax on wage income. Paycheck withholding is primarily federal income tax plus FICA (Social Security and Medicare).

Example: Alaska paycheck for $61,200/year salary

Single filer, biweekly pay — estimated $2,354 gross per check, about $2,065 take-home after federal ($199), state ($0), and FICA ($90). Enter your own numbers in the calculator for a personalized result.

Official tax sources

We align calculations with IRS Publication 15-T and state revenue guidance. Verify rules on official sites:

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Alaska Paycheck Calculator FAQ

Does Alaska have state income tax on paychecks?

No. Alaska does not withhold state income tax on wages. You still pay federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).

How much tax is taken out of a $61,200/year salary paycheck in Alaska?

For a single filer paid biweekly, estimated biweekly gross is about $2,354 with net take-home around $2,065 (federal ~$199, state ~$0, FICA ~$90). Your actual check varies with W-4, benefits, and local taxes.

Why do Alaska paychecks show no state withholding?

Alaska does not tax wage income at the state level. Your pay stub still shows federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare — use the calculator above for a realistic net pay estimate.

What is the Alaska minimum wage for 2026?

Alaska's reference minimum wage on this page is $11.91/hour. Minimum wage affects gross pay; net pay depends on withholding and deductions in the calculator above.

How does Alaska salary convert to biweekly net pay?

Divide annual salary by 26 for biweekly gross, then subtract federal, and FICA withholding. The example on this page uses $61,200/year as a Alaska-specific scenario.

Is this Alaska calculator updated for 2026?

Yes. We update Alaska brackets, flat rates, SDI, and federal tables each tax year. Last reviewed for the 2026 tax year. Estimates only — not tax advice.