Alaska (AK) Property Tax Calculator (2026)
Estimate property tax in Alaska. Enter a home value and we apply Alaska’s average effective property tax rate of about 1.04%. Actual bills vary by county and assessment — edit the rate for your area.
Example: with Home value 350,000 · Alaska effective rate 1.04 → Annual property tax: $3,640.
Computed by the calculator below using its default values. Change any input to see your own numbers.
Alaska tax snapshot
In Alaska, the effective property-tax rate is about 1.04% — the 21st-highest of the 50 states + DC, versus a national average near 1.03%. By the other measures, Alaska property tax is about 1.04% (the 21st-highest) and its sales-tax base is 0% (the 47th-highest); alaska has no state income tax. For context, New Jersey has the highest effective property tax (2.23%) and Hawaii the lowest (0.27%); California has the highest statewide sales tax (7.25%) and Oregon has none (0%).
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Alaska’s average effective property tax rate is about 1.04% of a home’s value per year. Counties and municipalities set their own rates and assessments, so your actual bill can be higher or lower. Use your county assessor’s rate for precision — the figures here are statewide averages that change over time.
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How it’s calculated
Annual property tax = home value × effective property tax rate. The monthly figure divides that by 12. This page uses Alaska’s statewide average effective rate by default — replace it with your county or city rate for a closer estimate.
Effective rates are statewide averages (statewide average) and vary widely by county and municipality. Check your local assessor for an exact figure. Estimate only.
Results update as you type and are estimates, not professional advice — verify important decisions with a qualified professional.
Property tax rates by borough or census area in Alaska
Alaska’s average effective property tax rate is about 1.04% of home value — #21 of 51 nationally. Across Alaska’s 24 boroughs and census areas with Census data, effective rates run from 0.12% in Northwest Arctic to 1.76% in Dillingham, and the median annual bill is about $2,074. Enter your own borough or census area’s rate below for a closer estimate.
| County | Effective rate | Median home value | Median annual tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest-tax boroughs and census areas | |||
| Dillingham | 1.76% | $163,800 | $2,875 |
| Nome | 1.55% | $201,000 | $3,110 |
| Anchorage | 1.29% | $375,900 | $4,865 |
| Fairbanks North Star | 1.26% | $282,500 | $3,570 |
| Matanuska-Susitna | 1.10% | $319,200 | $3,512 |
| North Slope | 0.95% | $219,600 | $2,082 |
| Juneau | 0.93% | $432,500 | $4,039 |
| Lowest-tax boroughs and census areas | |||
| Wrangell | 0.62% | $289,700 | $1,795 |
| Prince of Wales-Hyder | 0.47% | $221,800 | $1,043 |
| Sitka | 0.47% | $442,100 | $2,086 |
| Hoonah-Angoon | 0.42% | $278,300 | $1,159 |
| Skagway | 0.34% | $430,000 | $1,472 |
| Kusilvak | 0.27% | $72,700 | $199 |
| Northwest Arctic | 0.12% | $162,500 | $199 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2023 5-year estimates (median real-estate taxes ÷ median home value, by county). Pulled June 2026.
Worked example
A $350,000 home in Alaska owes about $3,640 per year (about $303 per month) at the 1.04% average effective rate.
Common mistakes
- Using the state average instead of your county rate and assessment.
- Forgetting exemptions like homestead that lower the taxable value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax rate in Alaska?
About 1.04% of home value statewide for 2026 — #21 of 51 nationally. County-level effective rates range from 0.12% (Northwest Arctic) to 1.76% (Dillingham).
Which Alaska borough or census area has the highest property taxes?
Dillingham has the highest effective rate (1.76%), with a median annual bill of $2,875 on a median home value of $163,800. The lowest is Northwest Arctic at 0.12%.
Why is my bill different?
Assessments, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran), and local levies vary by county, city, and school district. This page estimates from your home value and an average effective rate; your assessor’s statement is authoritative.