Property Tax in Petersburg Borough
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Petersburg taxes run slightly below national
At 0.686%, Petersburg Borough's effective tax rate sits just below the national median, ranking it in the 40th percentile. The median property tax of $2,066 falls short of the national median of $2,690 by 23%, despite homes averaging $301,300—above the national norm.
Below average for Alaska
Petersburg's 0.686% rate trails Alaska's statewide average of 0.772%, placing it in the lower half of the state's tax burden. Median taxes ($2,066) fall 5% below the state median ($2,187), offering slight relief compared to many Alaskan regions.
Moderate tax burden in Southeast
Petersburg's 0.686% rate sits between Prince of Wales (0.470%) and North Slope Borough (0.948%), reflecting Southeast Alaska's more balanced tax environment. It's noticeably lower than Mat-Su's 1.100% and Nome's 1.547%.
What $301,300 homes cost annually
On Petersburg's median home valued at $301,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,066 per year in property taxes—roughly $172 monthly. With a mortgage, that figure rises to $2,332, making Petersburg one of Alaska's more affordable areas to own property.
Check if your assessment is fair
Petersburg's moderate tax rate doesn't guarantee individual properties are correctly valued. Review your assessment against comparable homes in your neighborhood and consider filing an appeal if your valuation seems misaligned with recent sales.