How much does workers' comp pay in Alaska?
- Alaska pays 80% of spendable weekly wage — gross pay minus payroll taxes based on marital and dependency status — not 80% of gross.
- The maximum is $1,627 a week for 2026 injuries ($1,556 for 2025), with a published minimum of $358 ($342).
- Use the state's benefit calculator to find your spendable wage.
Official-source review: . General guidance, not legal advice.
Calculate Alaska ordinary total-disability pay
Estimated weekly TTD
$960.00
Assumes full temporary disability and a correct AWW. Does not establish eligibility, apply waiting periods or offsets, or model partial disability.
Alaska permanent-award rules: what actually drives the payout
- Alaska permanent partial impairment (PPI) = whole-person impairment % × $273,000 for injuries on or after January 1, 2023, generally paid as a lump sum.
- Wages do not matter.
- A 10% rating is $27,300.
- Payment timing changes while you are in the reemployment process.
Medical impairment, legal disability and loss of earning capacity are different measurements. Use the established award category and applicable rate before doing dollar arithmetic. Do not borrow a rating from Social Security, the VA or another state.
How to evaluate an Alaska settlement
- A compromise and release (C&R) for an unrepresented worker needs Workers' Compensation Board approval.
- A represented worker's C&R can become final on filing only if medical benefits are not waived; waiving future medical always requires Board approval.
- Check the wage worksheet, award classification, rating evidence and unpaid benefits.
- Identify exactly which medical conditions, future treatment and wage-loss rights are released.
- Separate gross value from prior payments, approved fees, liens and other adjustments.
- Review Medicare and Social Security coordination when relevant; a medical allocation is not an automatic settlement multiplier.
Alaska workers' compensation rates by injury date
Dated rate history from official Alaska sources, reviewed . Looking for employer premiums? See workers' comp insurance cost by state.
| Injury period | Weekly maximum | Minimum basis |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 – December 31, 2026 | $1,627.00 | $358.00; no more than actual wages |
| January 1 – December 31, 2025 | $1,556.00 | $342.00; no more than actual wages |
Alaska pays 80% of spendable weekly wage after payroll taxes. PPI is whole-person % × $273,000 for injuries from 2023, generally as a lump sum.
Reporting, filing and official sources
- Give written notice within 15 days for injuries from January 1, 2025 (formerly 30 days).
- After a controversion, deadlines of two years apply to filing a claim or requesting a hearing; filing a claim and requesting a hearing are separate steps.
Alaska benefit questions
How much does workers' comp pay in Alaska?+
Alaska pays 80% of spendable weekly wage — gross pay minus payroll taxes based on marital and dependency status — not 80% of gross. The maximum is $1,627 a week for 2026 injuries ($1,556 for 2025), with a published minimum of $358 ($342). Use the state's benefit calculator to find your spendable wage.
How do permanent disability benefits work in Alaska?+
Alaska permanent partial impairment (PPI) = whole-person impairment % × $273,000 for injuries on or after January 1, 2023, generally paid as a lump sum. Wages do not matter. A 10% rating is $27,300. Payment timing changes while you are in the reemployment process.
Can an Alaska settlement close future medical care?+
A compromise and release (C&R) for an unrepresented worker needs Workers' Compensation Board approval. A represented worker's C&R can become final on filing only if medical benefits are not waived; waiving future medical always requires Board approval.
What are the reporting and filing deadlines in Alaska?+
Give written notice within 15 days for injuries from January 1, 2025 (formerly 30 days). After a controversion, deadlines of two years apply to filing a claim or requesting a hearing; filing a claim and requesting a hearing are separate steps.
Did Alaska shorten its injury-notice deadline?+
Yes. From January 1, 2025, written notice is due within 15 days instead of 30.
Does my wage change an Alaska PPI award?+
No. PPI is the whole-person rating times $273,000 regardless of wages.
What is Alaska spendable weekly wage?+
Gross weekly wage minus payroll taxes for your filing status and dependents; benefits are 80% of it, within the yearly limits.
Does surgery guarantee a larger Alaska settlement?+
No. Surgery can change treatment costs, restrictions and medical evidence, but there is no automatic surgery multiplier. Permanent disability must be established under the applicable rules. Compare the benefits released and future care needs, not just the procedure name.
Are Alaska workers' comp benefits taxable?+
Benefits paid under a workers' compensation law for an occupational injury or illness are generally excluded from federal income tax. Returned-to-work wages, retirement payments and Social Security offsets can have different tax treatment. Review IRS Publication 525 and seek tax advice for the agreement's allocations.
Can I receive pain and suffering through Alaska workers' comp?+
Workers' compensation generally does not award pain and suffering. A separate claim against a responsible third party may allow different damages, but employer immunity and reimbursement rights need separate legal review.
When should I compare an Alaska settlement offer?+
Compare an offer after understanding the wage calculation, medical condition, permanent-award category, unpaid benefits and rights released. There is no guaranteed settlement timeline. A bigger lump sum may be worse if it transfers expensive future treatment to you.
Where can I verify my Alaska benefit rate?+
Use the official agency resources linked on this page and the written rate calculation in your claim. Injury date, benefit category, wage records and applicable limits matter. An entered rate is not independently verified by this calculator.
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.