Kodiak Island Borough, AK Property Tax: $3,509/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Kodiak Island Borough is 0.92% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $382,700, that works out to about $3,521 per year, or $293 per month. Kodiak Island Borough is located in southwestern Alaska, with Kodiak as its county seat, and is home to approximately 12,878 residents.
About Kodiak Island Borough
Kodiak Island Borough covers approximately 6,689.5 square miles in Alaska. The county is home to about 12,878 residents living in roughly 5,840 housing units, of which 47.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $83,716, and the median home was built in 1985.
The county seat is Kodiak. Kodiak Island Borough borders Kenai Peninsula Borough — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Alaska
Property taxes in Alaska are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Alaska offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Kodiak Island Borough Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Kodiak Island Borough vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kodiak Island Borough, AK | 0.92% | $382,700 | $3,521 |
| Alaska state average | 0.77% | — | $2,947* |
| Kenai Peninsula Borough | 0.66% | $297,500 | $1,974 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Kodiak Island Borough's median home value of $382,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kodiak Island Borough's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alaska?
At 0.92%, Kodiak Island Borough is higher than the Alaska state average of 0.77%. On a home at the county median of $382,700, that means about $3,521 per year — versus $2,947 at the state average rate, a difference of $574 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Kodiak Island Borough is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Kodiak Island Borough?
For a home at the county median value of $382,700, the annual property tax in Kodiak Island Borough is approximately $3,521 — or about $293 per month. For a home worth $574,050, expect around $5,281 per year. For a $765,400 home, approximately $7,042 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Kodiak Island Borough property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Kodiak Island Borough are handled by the Kodiak Island Borough Assessor's office in Kodiak. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Kodiak Island Borough?
Alaska counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.92% shown here. Contact the Kodiak Island Borough Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File