Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, AK Property Taxes (2026)

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area owners pay a median of $757 a year on a median home value of $87,800, an effective rate of 0.86%. That's the 10th-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

0.86%

10th highest of 26 in AK

Median annual bill

$757

~$63/month

Median home value

$87,800

Alaska county median

0.72%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's 0.86% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$755
Savings at 10–15% off
$76–$113
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Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area vs. Alaska vs. U.S. property tax rates

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area0.86%
Alaska county median0.72%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's effective property tax rate is 0.86%, vs. 0.72% for the median Alaska county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 10th 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 Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area Borough Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area 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 $757 bill, 10–15% off is $76–$114 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Alaska

Alaska homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area 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 Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska?
The median effective property tax rate in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is 0.86%: a median annual bill of $757 on a median home value of $87,800. That's the 10th-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 Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area?
The median Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area property tax bill is $757 a year, about $63 a month, compared with a Alaska county median of $2,074.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area?
The deadline to appeal in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is 30 days after notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area a high property tax area?
Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's 0.86% effective rate is above the Alaska county median of 0.72% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 10th-highest rate of 26 Alaska counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Fairbanks North Star Borough

Rate: 1.26%

Median bill: $3,570

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Rate: 1.10%

Median bill: $3,512

Northwest Arctic Borough

Rate: 0.12%

Median bill: $199

Southeast Fairbanks Census Area

Rate: 0.71%

Median bill: $1,871

North Slope Borough

Rate: 0.95%

Median bill: $2,082

Anchorage Municipality

Rate: 1.29%

Median bill: $4,865

Copper River Census Area

Rate: 0.08%

Median bill: $199

Kenai Peninsula Borough

Rate: 0.66%

Median bill: $1,974

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