How Alaska's Industries Stack Up

Alaska's mix of industries has grown to look a bit more like the rest of the nation over time, but we're still a long ways off. It's also unlikely we'll ever mimic the national economy. In no other state do oil, tourism, fishing, and the federal government play such fundamental roles. And given the small size of our economy, its seasonality, our expansive geography, and our largely public land ownership and natural resource endowment, Alaskans will likely continue to hold a unique mix of jobs.