Nurse Midwives (29-1161)
Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.
Employment and Job Openings
Employment | Average Annual Openings | |||||
2018 Estimate | 2028 Projection | Percent Change | Labor Force Exits | Occupation Transfers | Total | |
Alaska | 108 | 119 | 10.19 | 2 | 4 | 7 | United States | 6500 | 7600 | 0.0 | 100 | 200 | 500 |
Job Outlook for Alaska: Alaska’s employment growth is moderate with low employment opportunities.
2021 Wages
Mean Wage | Wage by Percentile | |||||
Mean | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th | |
United States | 54.91 | 29.57 | 46.17 | 54.24 | 62.72 | 79.89 |
Alaska | 46.17 | 23.40 | 36.67 | 47.73 | 62.98 | 63.00 |
Anchorage/Mat-Su Area | 46.57 | 23.40 | 36.67 | 47.73 | 62.98 | 63.00 |
* indicates the estimate is not available, or the hourly wage is greater than $100, or the annual wage is greater than $208,000.