Alaska's Major Exports: Oil, Seafood, Minerals, and More

Alaska's economy is export-driven, leveraging its vast natural endowments:

• Oil and Gas: The state's largest export by value. Prudhoe Bay and North Slope fields make Alaska the top U.S. oil producer; natural gas exports are growing.
• Seafood: Alaska leads the nation in seafood exports—salmon, crab, pollock, halibut, and cod—prized globally for quality and sustainability.
• Minerals and Metals: Gold, silver, copper, zinc, and lead from mines like Red Dog and Fort Knox ship worldwide.
• Forest Products: Timber, pulp, and paper from coastal rainforests support a significant export industry.
• Tourism (Service Export): While not a shipped good, tourism generates billions in revenue from cruises, wildlife viewing, and adventure travel.

These sectors define Alaska's global economic footprint.