North Slope Borough, AK Property Taxes (2026)

North Slope Borough owners pay a median of $2,082 a year on a median home value of $219,600, an effective rate of 0.95%. That's the 6th-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

0.95%

6th highest of 26 in AK

Median annual bill

$2,082

~$174/month

Median home value

$219,600

Alaska county median

0.72%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in North Slope Borough

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply North Slope Borough's 0.95% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$2,086
Savings at 10–15% off
$209–$313
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North Slope Borough vs. Alaska vs. U.S. property tax rates

North Slope Borough0.95%
Alaska county median0.72%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: North Slope Borough's effective property tax rate is 0.95%, vs. 0.72% for the median Alaska county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 6th 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 North Slope Borough

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

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

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The North Slope 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 $2,082 bill, 10–15% off is $208–$312 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Alaska

Alaska homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the North Slope 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 North Slope Borough, Alaska?
The median effective property tax rate in North Slope Borough is 0.95%: a median annual bill of $2,082 on a median home value of $219,600. That's the 6th-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 North Slope Borough?
The median North Slope Borough property tax bill is $2,082 a year, about $174 a month, compared with a Alaska county median of $2,074.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in North Slope Borough?
The deadline to appeal in North Slope Borough is 30 days after notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is North Slope Borough a high property tax area?
North Slope Borough's 0.95% effective rate is above the Alaska county median of 0.72% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 6th-highest rate of 26 Alaska counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my North Slope Borough property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Northwest Arctic Borough

Rate: 0.12%

Median bill: $199

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

Rate: 0.86%

Median bill: $757

Fairbanks North Star Borough

Rate: 1.26%

Median bill: $3,570

Nome Census Area

Rate: 1.55%

Median bill: $3,110

Southeast Fairbanks Census Area

Rate: 0.71%

Median bill: $1,871

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Rate: 1.10%

Median bill: $3,512

Kusilvak Census Area

Rate: 0.27%

Median bill: $199

Copper River Census Area

Rate: 0.08%

Median bill: $199

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