Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alaska. Population: 516.
The median annual property tax in Wrangell City and Borough is $1,795, which is 18% lower than the Alaska state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $289,700. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,795
-18% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$289,700
+2% vs State
+37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
-19% vs State
-35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,797
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,792
$149/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 | $1,795 +0.2% | 0.62% |
| 2022 | $1,791 +28.3% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $1,396 +8.1% | 0.60% |
| 2020 | $1,291 -1.5% | 0.58% |
| 2019 | $1,311 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,545
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Alaska
Chugach Census Area
Tax: $3,033/yr Rate: 0.92%
Denali Borough
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Haines Borough
Tax: $2,558/yr Rate: 0.80%
Fairbanks North Star Borough
Tax: $3,570/yr Rate: 1.26%
Nome Census Area
Tax: $3,110/yr Rate: 1.55%
Kodiak Island Borough
Tax: $3,509/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wrangell City and Borough is $1,795 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.62% on a median home value of $289,700.
How does Wrangell City and Borough property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wrangell City and Borough are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wrangell City and Borough? ▼
In Wrangell City and Borough, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,797 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,792. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wrangell City and Borough? ▼
Property taxes in Wrangell City and Borough represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $64,545. 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.