Alaska employment requirements
Minimum Wage
$14.00/hour state minimum (domestic workers exempt; federal $7.25 floor)
Overtime
1.5x after 40h/week or 8h/day
Sick Leave
Not required by state law
Worker Protections
At-will employment state
Important notes for Alaska
- •Alaska requires overtime after 8 hours in a day, in addition to 40 hours in a week.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alaska have daily overtime requirements?
Yes. In Alaska, overtime (1.5x regular rate) kicks in after 8 hours in a single day, in addition to the weekly threshold of 40 hours.
What is the minimum wage in Alaska?
The current minimum wage in Alaska is $14.00/hour state minimum (domestic workers exempt; federal $7.25 floor). Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount. The contract builder will warn you if the rate you enter is below the state minimum.