Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, AK Property Tax: $757/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is 0.86% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $87,800, that works out to about $755 per year, or $63 per month. Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is located in northern Alaska, and is home to approximately 5,271 residents.
About Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area covers approximately 145,769.1 square miles in Alaska. The county is home to about 5,271 residents living in roughly 3,958 housing units, of which 41.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $52,642, and the median home was built in 1985.
Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area borders Fairbanks North Star Borough, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Nome Census Area, North Slope Borough, Northwest Arctic 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 Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, AK | 0.86% | $87,800 | $755 |
| Alaska state average | 0.77% | — | $676* |
| Fairbanks North Star Borough | 1.26% | $282,500 | $3,570 |
| Matanuska-Susitna Borough | 1.10% | $319,200 | $3,512 |
| Nome Census Area | 1.55% | $201,000 | $3,110 |
| North Slope Borough | 0.95% | $219,600 | $2,082 |
| Northwest Arctic Borough | 0.12% | $162,500 | $199 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's median home value of $87,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area's property tax rate compare to the rest of Alaska?
At 0.86%, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is higher than the Alaska state average of 0.77%. On a home at the county median of $87,800, that means about $755 per year — versus $676 at the state average rate, a difference of $79 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area?
For a home at the county median value of $87,800, the annual property tax in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is approximately $755 — or about $63 per month. For a home worth $131,700, expect around $1,133 per year. For a $175,600 home, approximately $1,510 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area are handled by the Yukon-Koyukuk 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 Yukon-Koyukuk 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 0.86% shown here. Contact the Yukon-Koyukuk 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