Protecting Alaska Seniors from Tech Support Scams
In 2025, 55 Alaska seniors reported tech support scam complaints to the FBI, contributing to total elder fraud losses of $16.3 million statewide. Tech support scams are among the most common and devastating forms of fraud targeting older adults. This guide will help you recognize, avoid, and report tech support scams.
Why Alaska Seniors Are Especially Vulnerable
Alaska has unique characteristics that put its senior population at heightened risk:
- Geographic isolation: Alaska is the most geographically isolated state, with many seniors living in remote communities accessible only by plane or boat
- Extreme winter isolation: Long, dark Alaskan winters keep seniors indoors for months, increasing time online and exposure to digital scams
- Military retiree population: Alaska’s large military retiree community is specifically targeted by scammers impersonating VA and military benefits offices
- Limited local services: Many Alaskan communities have no local computer shops, banks, or government offices, forcing seniors to rely on phone and online services
- High cost of living: Alaska’s expensive cost of living means financial losses from scams are even more devastating to seniors on fixed incomes
5-Year Trend: Tech Support Scam Losses in Alaska (2021–2025)
| Year | Victims (60+) | Losses | YoY Change |
| 2021 | 51 | $457K | — |
| 2022 | 53 | $3.8M | +740% |
| 2023 | 36 | $477K | -88% |
| 2024 | 55 | $3.0M | +537% |
| 2025 | 55 | $2.1M | -30% |
| 5-Year Total | 250 | $9.9M | +368% |
Source: FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Annual Reports, 2021–2025. Victims and losses for Alaska residents aged 60 and older.
Alaska ranks #47 nationally in tech support scam losses targeting seniors, with $2.1 million lost in 2025 across 55 reported victims. Year over year, losses changed -30%, outperforming the national average of +5%. Over the full five-year period, tech support scam losses in Alaska grew +368%.
Complete guide: For detailed warning signs, protection strategies, and what to do if you’ve been targeted, read our comprehensive Tech Support Scam Prevention Guide. You can also take our free Online Training courses to test your knowledge.
Report Tech Support Scams in Alaska
- Office of the Alaska Attorney General: (907) 269-5602 | law.alaska.gov
- FTC: reportfraud.ftc.gov
- FBI IC3: ic3.gov
- Microsoft: microsoft.com/reportascam
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