What is the property tax rate in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska?

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area has an effective property tax rate of 0.51%. On a home valued at $225,300, homeowners pay approximately $1,139 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?

The median annual property tax payment in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is $1,139. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,658, while those without a mortgage pay $512.

How does Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area compare to other counties in Alaska?

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area ranks #20 out of 28 counties in Alaska for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 0.51% is 54% lower than the Alaska average of 1.11%.

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area Property Tax Rate

Alaska

0.51%effective rate

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska has an effective property tax rate of 0.51%, which is 45% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $225,300, homeowners pay approximately $1,139 per year in property taxes. Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area ranks #20 out of 28 counties in Alaska for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,139

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$225,300

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

1.86%

Median income: $61,156

State Rank📍

#20

of 28 counties in AK

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$1,658

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$512

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area pay on average $1,146 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area Compares

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area

0.51%

Alaska Average

1.11%

National Average

0.92%

Top Counties in Alaska

Dillingham Census Area

1.72%

Nome Census Area

1.55%

Anchorage Municipality

1.26%

Fairbanks North Star Borough

1.19%

Southeast Fairbanks Census Area

1.19%

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area

1.13%

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

1.06%

North Slope Borough

1.06%

Alaska Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area homeowners

✓

General Homestead

Up to $150,000 of assessed value

Primary residence owners who are Alaska residents

✓

Senior/Disabled

Up to $150,000 of assessed value (may vary by municipality)

Homeowners age 65+ or disabled; must meet income requirements

✓

Disabled Veteran

Up to $150,000 of assessed value; first $50,000 for 50%+ disability

Veterans with 50% or greater service-connected disability

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,530

$128/month · Rate: 0.51%

Quick Facts

Population5,715

Owner-Occupied52.5%

National Rank#2615 of 3,135

Median Income$61,156

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.