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Alaska Property Tax Calculator

Estimate the annual property tax bill on any home in Alaska. Start with the 1.07% state average effective rate, then edit for your county and homestead exemption.

Property Details

Use market value for most states. CA and FL use lower assessed values — adjust if you know yours.

The state average is a starting point. Your county / city / school district rate may differ — edit to your local rate.

Reduces taxable value. Common in FL ($50K), TX ($100K), and many other states for owner-occupied homes.

Results

Annual Property Tax

$4,280.00

≈ $356.67 / month

Taxable Value

$400,000

Per $1,000

$10.70

Monthly

$356.67

Compared to Alaska Median

Your annual bill$4,280
State median$3,403
State median home value$318,000

Alaska Property Tax at a Glance

Alaska's average effective property tax rate is 1.07%, applied to the median home value of $318K, producing a median annual bill of $3403. Your bill depends on your home's assessed value, county / school district rate, and exemptions. Edit the rate in the calculator above to match your specific county.

Avg. effective rate

1.07%

Median home value

$318K

Median annual tax

$3,403

Example: Property Tax on a $400,000 Home in Alaska

A $400,000 home in Alaska at the average effective rate of 1.07% produces an annual property tax of about $4280. Your actual bill could be lower if you claim a homestead exemption, or higher if you're in a high-tax county or school district. Adjust the calculator above to your specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Alaska?

At Alaska's average effective rate of 1.07%, a $400,000 home costs roughly the rate × home value per year. Your actual bill depends on your county, school district, and any homestead or senior exemptions. The state-wide median is around $3403 on a typical home worth $318000.

What is the property tax rate in Alaska?

Alaska's average effective property tax rate is 1.07% of home value. This is the state-wide average — individual counties and cities can be significantly higher or lower. The 'effective rate' already accounts for assessment ratios and typical exemptions, so it's a more practical number than the headline mill rate.

How does Alaska compare to other states?

An effective rate of 1.07% places Alaska in a specific tier relative to the national average of about 0.99%. High-tax states like New Jersey (~2.23%) and Illinois (~2.07%) sit at the top, while Hawaii (~0.27%) and Alabama (~0.41%) are at the bottom. Alaska's position reflects local funding for schools and services.

Does Alaska have a homestead exemption?

Most states do, but the details vary widely. Florida offers $50,000; Texas offers $100,000 for school-district taxes; many states have smaller flat exemptions ($10,000-$25,000) for primary residences. Add senior, veteran, and disability exemptions on top where applicable. Apply once with your county assessor — it usually renews automatically.

When are property taxes due in Alaska?

Most states bill annually or semi-annually. Common payment dates are by year-end (Dec 31) or split between two installments (often March/September or April/October). Mortgage holders typically have taxes escrowed and paid by the lender. Check your Alaska tax authority for exact dates and payment options.

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