Anchorage Municipality, Alaska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alaska. Population: 68,751.
The median annual property tax in Anchorage Municipality is $4,865, which is 122% higher than the Alaska state average and 153% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $375,900. Property taxes represent 5.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,865
+122% vs State
+153% vs US
Median Home Value
$375,900
+33% vs State
+78% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+68% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,964
$414/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,452
$371/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,865 +2.2% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $4,760 +8.0% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $4,407 +3.3% | 1.35% |
| 2020 | $4,266 +2.6% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $4,157 | 1.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$98,152
per year
Monthly Tax
$405
per month
Other Counties in Alaska
Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
Tax: $757/yr Rate: 0.86%
Northwest Arctic Borough
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.12%
Juneau City and Borough
Tax: $4,039/yr Rate: 0.93%
Copper River Census Area
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.08%
Valdez-Cordova Census Area
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Bethel Census Area
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Anchorage Municipality is $4,865 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $375,900.
How does Anchorage Municipality property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Anchorage Municipality are 153% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Anchorage Municipality? ▼
In Anchorage Municipality, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,964 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,452. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Anchorage Municipality? ▼
Property taxes in Anchorage Municipality represent approximately 5.0% of the median household income of $98,152. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.