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Property tax in Alaska: rates, averages, and deductions

State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.

Avg property tax
$2,068
annual, median
Avg home value
$252,357
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI

Highest property tax counties

  1. 1.Anchorage Municipality$4,760
  2. 2.Juneau City and Borough$3,789
  3. 3.Kodiak Island Borough$3,694
  4. 4.Fairbanks North Star Borough$3,470
  5. 5.Matanuska-Susitna Borough$3,402
  6. 6.Chugach Census Area$3,013
  7. 7.Aleutians West Census Area$2,937
  8. 8.Nome Census Area$2,752
  9. 9.Ketchikan Gateway Borough$2,568
  10. 10.Haines Borough$2,564

Lowest property tax counties

  1. 1.Kusilvak Census Area$199
  2. 2.Northwest Arctic Borough$199
  3. 3.Copper River Census Area$199
  4. 4.Denali Borough$389
  5. 5.Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area$875
  6. 6.Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area$1,011
  7. 7.Hoonah-Angoon Census Area$1,278
  8. 8.Yakutat City and Borough$1,283
  9. 9.Skagway Municipality$1,433
  10. 10.North Slope Borough$1,460

Frequently asked questions

What is the average property tax in Alaska?

Census ACS median property tax in Alaska is around $2,068 per year. Effective rate varies by county.

Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?

The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average Alaska filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.

Can I appeal my property tax assessment?

Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.

Data sources

Disclaimer. HomeRule is not a real estate agent, lender, appraiser, or financial advisor. This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Actual costs vary significantly by property, location, and individual circumstances. Consult qualified professionals for personalized advice.