99824 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 99824 (Douglas, Alaska) pay a median of $3,682/year in property taxes on homes valued at $421,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.87%, which is 3% above the Alaska state average of 0.84%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 99824 is approximately $307, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Juneau City and Borough. This is $1,327 more than the Alaska average of $2,355/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Alaska, 99824 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 99676 (0.85%) and 99688 (0.85%).

In Douglas, property taxes represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $89,500, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Alaska has no statewide property tax cap; Juneau City and Borough conducts assessments locally and may reassess to market value upon purchase. Contact the Juneau City and Borough Assessor within 30 days of closing to verify your assessed value and file for any senior, disabled, homeowner, or veteran exemptions available under municipal ordinance. Request your official assessment notice and written confirmation of any exemptions and final taxable value for your records and accurate tax planning.