Research & Reports

Anchorage Employment Report: February 2026

Each month, AEDC publishes the Anchorage Jobs Report, providing key insights into the city’s labor market. This report highlights local unemployment trends, average work hours, earnings, industry performance, and broader workforce dynamics. By analyzing these indicators, we offer a clear picture of Anchorage’s employment landscape—helping businesses, policymakers, and job seekers make informed decisions.

Key Takeaways

• +1,000 jobs were added in February 2026 compared to January 2026,
  reflecting expected seasonal hiring gains.
• Employment remains 800 jobs below February 2025, indicating year-over-year softening despite monthly improvement.
• Anchorages unemployment rate declined to 4.2% in February from 4.5%
  in January.
• The average unemployment rate in 2026 is 4.4% so far, though this
  reflects normal seasonal patterns, with rates typically declining further
  as Anchorage enters Q2 and summer employment ramps up.