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Complete property tax appeal guide for Alaska homeowners — rates, deadlines, exemptions, and step-by-step appeal instructions.

Alaska Department of RevenueModerate to Appeal
0.94%
Effective Tax Rate
Rank #20 nationally
100%
Assessment Ratio
100% of market value
$352,900
Median Home Value
latest Census/ACS estimate
$3,901
Median Annual Tax
Per year
1

No statewide property tax — only borough/municipal taxes

2

$150,000 mandatory exemption for seniors 65+

3

100% assessment ratio makes appeal math straightforward

Appeal Deadline

30 days from the date your assessment notice was MAILED — appeal to the assessor

The 30-day length is fixed statewide by AS 29.45.190(b) and applies to home-rule municipalities too; only the mailing date varies by borough, so the calendar date differs but the window does not. Submit the written appeal to the assessor; the Board of Equalization hears it. Anchorage mailed on February 11, 2026 and states the deadline cannot be extended; Fairbanks North Star and Matanuska-Susitna mail in late January — count 30 days from your own notice.

Verified August 2026 against the official source · official source · always confirm the current date with your county

Understanding Alaska's Assessment Ratio

100%
100% of market value

Alaska assesses at 100% of market value, so your assessed value should equal what your property is worth on the open market.

This makes appeals straightforward: if comparable homes in your area sold for less than your assessed value, you have grounds for an appeal.

How to Appeal Your Property Tax in Alaska

1

Receive assessment notice from borough assessor

2

File appeal with Borough Board of Equalization

3

Attend hearing before Board

4

Appeal to Superior Court if needed

Appeal Body
Borough Board of Equalization → Superior Court

Exemptions & Relief Programs

Homestead Exemption
$150,000 exemption for primary residence (senior/disabled)
Senior / Disabled Exemption
Mandatory $150,000 exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled veterans

Key Statutes & Legal References

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AS 29.45.060 (assessment at full value)
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AS 29.45.030 (exemptions)
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AS 29.45.200 (appeals)

Alaska Property Tax Code

Governing Code
Alaska Statutes — Title 29 (Municipal Government)
Assessment Authority
Borough/Municipality Assessor
Appeal Board
Board of Equalization
Assessment Cycle
Annual

Key Statutes

AS 29.45.060
Assessment of Real Property
Requires assessment at full and true value; defines assessment procedures for boroughs and municipalities.
AS 29.45.100
Board of Equalization
Establishes the Board of Equalization and its authority to hear assessment appeals.
AS 29.45.030
Exemptions
Lists property exempt from municipal taxation including religious, educational, and government property.
AS 29.45.050
Senior Citizen Exemption
Provides a $150,000 exemption from assessed value for qualifying senior citizens and disabled veterans.

Major Exemptions

Senior/Disabled Veteran Exemption
Age 65+ or disabled veteran
$150,000 assessed value
Religious/Charitable
Qualifying non-profit use
Full exemption
Official Code

Alaska Appeal Tools

Use these tools to build your appeal case for Alaska:

Over-Assessment Calculator
County Appeal Guides
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CAD Interactive Map
Sales Comparables Tool
Deadline Manager

Quick Alaska Calculator

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Assessment ratio: 100% · Rate: 0.94%

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Moderate to Appeal
No statewide property tax; borough-level variation adds complexity

Taxing Authority

Borough/Municipality Assessor
Assessment Frequency
Annual

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Alaska's assessment ratio study

How closely Alaska assessors' values actually track real sale prices — and whether you can use that in an appeal.

Equalization only — not an appeal remedyLatest study: 2025

Full Value Determination (in the annual Alaska Taxable report)

The FVD funds schools rather than deciding appeals, but Alaska Taxable Table 2 publishes a weighted-mean assessed-to-value ratio and COD per municipality, which corroborates a non-uniformity claim to the local Board of Equalization under AS 29.45.190.

Official Alaska dataCompare all 50 states + DC

Supplemental, Escape & Corrected Bills in Alaska

Alaska property tax is municipal, and there is NO purchase- or construction-triggered supplemental bill; the 'supplementary assessment roll' is just a late/omitted-property mechanism. Every assessment or corrected notice carries a 30-day window to appeal to the local Board of Equalization under AS 29.45.180-.190.

Supplementary assessment roll (omitted/late-added property)

Municipalities (property tax is municipal-only in Alaska) may prepare supplementary assessment rolls to capture property omitted from, or added after, the main roll. AS 29.45.220 authorizes supplementary rolls; hearings are scheduled by the clerk as needed.

Appeal window: 30 days from the mailing/receipt of the assessment (or supplementary assessment) notice to appeal in writing to the municipal Board of Equalization (AS 29.45.190).30 days

Correction of errors in assessment

Owner informs the assessor of errors or omissions in the assessment (wrong data, double entry) before the Board of Equalization meets; if the assessor finds an error, a corrected notice is mailed.

Appeal window: Notify the assessor within 30 days of the assessment notice mailing (AS 29.45.180); a corrected notice restarts a 30-day appeal window to the Board of Equalization (AS 29.45.190).30 days

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Alaska property tax appeals — frequently asked questions

When is the property tax appeal deadline in Alaska?+

In Alaska, the appeal window is 30 days from the date your assessment notice was MAILED — appeal to the assessor. The 30-day length is fixed statewide by AS 29.45.190(b) and applies to home-rule municipalities too; only the mailing date varies by borough, so the calendar date differs but the window does not. Submit the written appeal to the assessor; the Board of Equalization hears it. Anchorage mailed on February 11, 2026 and states the deadline cannot be extended; Fairbanks North Star and Matanuska-Susitna mail in late January — count 30 days from your own notice. Always confirm the exact date with your local borough/municipality assessor or appeal board, as it can vary by county.

How do I appeal my property tax assessment in Alaska?+

The general process: 1) Receive assessment notice from borough assessor; 2) File appeal with Borough Board of Equalization; 3) Attend hearing before Board; 4) Appeal to Superior Court if needed. Appeals are heard by the Borough Board of Equalization → Superior Court.

What is the average property tax rate in Alaska?+

Alaska's effective property tax rate is about 0.94% of value — roughly $3,901 per year on the state's median home value of $352,900. Assessments are made at 100% of market value.

What exemptions can lower my property tax in Alaska?+

Common relief includes the homestead exemption ($150,000 exemption for primary residence (senior/disabled)) and senior relief (Mandatory $150,000 exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled veterans). Eligibility and amounts vary — check with Alaska Department of Revenue.

Is it worth appealing my property taxes in Alaska?+

If your assessed value is higher than what your home would realistically sell for, an appeal can lower your bill — often for the life of the assessment. Use the free over-assessment calculator to estimate your potential savings before you file.