North Slope Borough, Alaska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alaska. Population: 1,092.
The median annual property tax in North Slope Borough is $2,082, which is 5% lower than the Alaska state average and 8% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $219,600. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,082
-5% vs State
+8% vs US
Median Home Value
$219,600
-23% vs State
+4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
+23% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,173
$181/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,006
$167/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 | $2,082 +42.6% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $1,460 -5.9% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $1,552 -14.0% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $1,805 +1.9% | 1.11% |
| 2019 | $1,772 | 1.16% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,313
per year
Monthly Tax
$174
per month
Other Counties in Alaska
Aleutians West Census Area
Tax: $2,969/yr Rate: 0.71%
Fairbanks North Star Borough
Tax: $3,570/yr Rate: 1.26%
Hoonah-Angoon Census Area
Tax: $1,159/yr Rate: 0.42%
Kusilvak Census Area
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.27%
Northwest Arctic Borough
Tax: $199/yr Rate: 0.12%
Petersburg Borough
Tax: $2,066/yr Rate: 0.69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in North Slope Borough, Alaska? ▼
The median annual property tax in North Slope Borough is $2,082 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $219,600.
How does North Slope Borough property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in North Slope Borough are 8% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in North Slope Borough? ▼
In North Slope Borough, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,173 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,006. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in North Slope Borough? ▼
Property taxes in North Slope Borough represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $86,313. 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.