99723 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 99723 (Barrow, Alaska) pay a median of $2,366/year in property taxes on homes valued at $282,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.84%, which is near the Alaska state average of 0.84%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 99723 is approximately $197, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within North Slope Borough.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alaska, 99723 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 99585 (0.83%) and 99587 (0.83%).

In Barrow, property taxes represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $89,038, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alaska has no statewide property tax cap; North Slope Borough assesses property locally and may reassess to market value at sale. Contact the North Slope Borough Assessor within 30 days of purchase to register your ownership and apply for any available senior, disabled, or veteran exemptions under borough code. Request your assessment notice and written confirmation of your final taxable value and any exemptions to prevent overpayment of taxes.