Nome Census Area, AK Property Tax: $3,110/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Nome Census Area is 1.55% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $201,000, that works out to about $3,116 per year, or $260 per month. Nome Census Area is located in northwestern Alaska, and is home to approximately 9,925 residents.
About Nome Census Area
Nome Census Area covers approximately 22,969.7 square miles in Alaska. The county is home to about 9,925 residents living in roughly 4,109 housing units, of which 43.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $76,643, and the median home was built in 1984.
Nome Census Area borders Northwest Arctic Borough, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area — 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 Nome Census Area Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Nome Census Area vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nome Census Area, AK | 1.55% | $201,000 | $3,116 |
| Alaska state average | 0.77% | — | $1,548* |
| Northwest Arctic Borough | 0.12% | $162,500 | $199 |
| Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area | 0.86% | $87,800 | $757 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Nome Census Area's median home value of $201,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Nome Census Area's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alaska?
At 1.55%, Nome Census Area is higher than the Alaska state average of 0.77%. On a home at the county median of $201,000, that means about $3,116 per year — versus $1,548 at the state average rate, a difference of $1,568 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Nome Census Area is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Nome Census Area?
For a home at the county median value of $201,000, the annual property tax in Nome Census Area is approximately $3,116 — or about $260 per month. For a home worth $301,500, expect around $4,673 per year. For a $402,000 home, approximately $6,231 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Nome Census Area property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Nome Census Area are handled by the Nome Census Area Assessor's office. 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 Nome Census Area?
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 1.55% shown here. Contact the Nome Census Area 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