Property Tax in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
via TaxByCounty
Prince of Wales taxes rank well below average
At 0.470%, Prince of Wales-Hyder's effective tax rate falls in the bottom 20% nationally, well below the U.S. median. The median property tax of $1,043 represents just 39% of the national median of $2,690, making this Southeast Alaska region exceptionally affordable.
Low-tax area in Alaska
Prince of Wales-Hyder's 0.470% rate sits below Alaska's statewide average of 0.772%, placing it among the state's more tax-friendly jurisdictions. Median taxes ($1,043) come in 52% below the state median ($2,187), offering significant savings.
Second-lowest in Alaska region
Prince of Wales' 0.470% rate exceeds only Northwest Arctic Borough (0.122%) and Kusilvak (0.274%), but trails Petersburg (0.686%) and North Slope (0.948%). As one of Alaska's most sparsely populated regions, low tax rates reflect minimal service demands.
What $221,800 homes cost yearly
On Prince of Wales' median home valued at $221,800, homeowners pay approximately $1,043 annually in property taxes—roughly $87 monthly. With a mortgage, that figure climbs to $1,648, but remains among Alaska's most economical.
Verify your assessment before paying
Even with low rates, property assessments can be inaccurate in less-developed areas where comparable sales data is sparse. Request a detailed explanation of how your home was valued and file an appeal if the assessment seems out of line with similar properties.