Property Tax in Aleutians West Census Area
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Above national average, middle ground
Aleutians West's 0.708% effective tax rate sits just below Alaska's 0.772% state average, placing it in the lower-middle tier nationally. At $2,969 in median annual property taxes, this borough exceeds the national median of $2,690 despite a compressed advantage.
Mid-range burden among Alaska boroughs
Aleutians West ranks in the middle of Alaska's 29 tax jurisdictions with its 0.708% rate, slightly undercutting the state average of 0.772%. The median annual property tax of $2,969 reflects both this moderate rate and a median home value of $419,100.
Pricier homes, comparable tax rates
Aleutians West homes average $419,100—among the highest in the Aleutian chain—yet the tax rate of 0.708% is lower than Chugach Census Area's 0.917%. This suggests better assessed values or more favorable tax policy than nearby regions.
Nearly $3,000 annual tax estimate
Homeowners in Aleutians West with a median home value of $419,100 pay approximately $2,969 in annual property taxes—with mortgage $2,971 and without $2,950. This outpaces the national median tax by $279 despite a relatively low effective rate.
Review assessments for potential savings
Homeowners paying near $3,000 annually should verify their property assessment against recent comparable sales in the borough. A successful appeal challenging an inflated valuation could yield meaningful annual savings.