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Fairbanks North Star Borough

Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska

Effective Tax Rate

1.26%

Median Annual Tax

$3,570

How Fairbanks North Star Borough Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fairbanks North Star Borough$3,570
Alaska State Average$2,187
National Average$1,924

Fairbanks North Star Borough

1.26%

Effective rate

Alaska Avg

0.77%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,829

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,922

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,570

Monthly Escrow

$297

Effective Rate

1.26%

vs. Alaska State Average▲ 63.2% above
vs. National Average▲ 32.7% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
The effective property tax rate in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska is 1.26%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Fairbanks North Star Borough?
The median annual property tax payment in Fairbanks North Star Borough is $3,570. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,829, while those without a mortgage pay $2,922.
How does Fairbanks North Star Borough compare to the Alaska average?
Fairbanks North Star Borough's effective tax rate of 1.26% is higher than the Alaska state average of 0.77%. The median annual property tax in Fairbanks North Star Borough is $3,570, compared to the state average of $2,187.
What is the median home value in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
The median home value in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska is $282,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Alaska?
Property taxes in Alaska are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

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Median Tax$4,865

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Rate1.55%
Median Tax$3,110

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Rate0.95%
Median Tax$2,082
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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