Elevation
Highest point in Alaska
The highest point in Alaska is Denali, at 20,310 feet (6,191 meters) above sea level. It ranks 1st among the 50 state high points.
From Gulf of Alaska, Bering Sea, and Arctic Ocean to Denali
Alaska spans about 20,310 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 16.35 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 174 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Alaska · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Alaska
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks, AK | 446 | 136 |
| Anchorage, AK | 102 | 31 |
| Juneau, AK | 56 | 17 |
| Kodiak, AK | 49 | 15 |
| Sitka, AK | 26 | 8 |
| Ketchikan, AK | 26 | 8 |
| Nome, AK | 20 | 6 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Alaska?
The highest point in Alaska is Denali, at 20,310 feet (6,191 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 1st highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Alaska?
The lowest point is Gulf of Alaska, Bering Sea, and Arctic Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Alaska?
The mean elevation of Alaska is about 1,900 feet (579 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Denali?
On a standard day about 13.57 inHg (460 hPa), 45% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 174 °F (79 °C).