Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK Property Taxes (2026)

Fairbanks North Star Borough owners pay a median of $3,570 a year on a median home value of $282,500, an effective rate of 1.26%. That's the 4th-highest rate of 26 Alaska counties with Census data, above the Alaska county median of 0.72%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

1.26%

4th highest of 26 in AK

Median annual bill

$3,570

~$298/month

Median home value

$282,500

Alaska county median

0.72%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Fairbanks North Star Borough

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Fairbanks North Star Borough's 1.26% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$3,560
Savings at 10–15% off
$356–$534
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Fairbanks North Star Borough vs. Alaska vs. U.S. property tax rates

Fairbanks North Star Borough1.26%
Alaska county median0.72%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Fairbanks North Star Borough's effective property tax rate is 1.26%, vs. 0.72% for the median Alaska county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 4th of 26 in Alaska. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Fairbanks North Star Borough

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Fairbanks North Star Borough deadline is 30 days after notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the Borough Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $3,570 bill, 10–15% off is $357–$536 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Alaska

Alaska homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assessor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska?
The median effective property tax rate in Fairbanks North Star Borough is 1.26%: a median annual bill of $3,570 on a median home value of $282,500. That's the 4th-highest rate of 26 Alaska counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Fairbanks North Star Borough?
The median Fairbanks North Star Borough property tax bill is $3,570 a year, about $298 a month, compared with a Alaska county median of $2,074.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Fairbanks North Star Borough?
The deadline to appeal in Fairbanks North Star Borough is 30 days after notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Fairbanks North Star Borough a high property tax area?
Fairbanks North Star Borough's 1.26% effective rate is above the Alaska county median of 0.72% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 4th-highest rate of 26 Alaska counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Fairbanks North Star Borough property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Southeast Fairbanks Census Area

Rate: 0.71%

Median bill: $1,871

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

Rate: 0.86%

Median bill: $757

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Rate: 1.10%

Median bill: $3,512

Copper River Census Area

Rate: 0.08%

Median bill: $199

Anchorage Municipality

Rate: 1.29%

Median bill: $4,865

Chugach Census Area

Rate: 0.92%

Median bill: $3,033

Kenai Peninsula Borough

Rate: 0.66%

Median bill: $1,974

Yakutat City and Borough

Rate: 0.76%

Median bill: $1,410

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