Alaska
Reverse Sales Tax Calculator of Alaska for 2024
How 2024 Sales Tax are calculated in Alaska
The state general sales tax rate of Alaska is 0%. In addition to the state-level sales tax, cities and municipalities in Alaska have the authority to levy their own sales tax rates. These local rates can add up to 7%, resulting in a combined maximum sales tax rate of 7.85% in certain regions.
Every 2024 combined rates mentioned above are the results of Alaska state rate (0%), the county rate (0% to 6%), the Alaska cities rate (0% to 7%), and in some case, special rate (0% to 3%).
Variations by Purchase Type
Alaska's sales tax rate may vary depending on the type of purchase. Examples of taxable categories may include:
- Consumer use tax
- Rental tax
- Sales tax
- Sellers use tax
- Lodgings tax
For comprehensive details, please refer to the official Alaska government website.
Alaska state rate(s) for 2024
Lowest possible rate: 0% (e.g., Anchorage, Alaska)
Other common rates: 1% .2%, 2.5%, 3%, 3.5%, 4%, 5%, 5.5%, 6%, 6.5%, 7%,
Highest possible rate: 7.85% (Homer, Alaska)
Average combined rate across Alaska: 1.795%
Rates changes
Changes have been made to Alaska's county, city and/or special rates in 2024 compared to 2023.
List of Alaska cities and their changes (up to 15)
| City Name | County Rate | City Rate | Special Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soldotna | 3% | 0% (-3%) | 0% |
| Ketchikan | 2.5% (+2.5%) | 4% (-2.5%) | 0% |
Other 2024 sales tax Facts for Alaska
City sales taxes: 94 out of 231 cities (40.693%) in Alaska impose a city sales tax.ZIP code impact: 98 out of 276 ZIP codes (35.507%) in Alaska.
Most Recent Sales Tax Rate Update
The latest update to the sales tax rates was made in January 2024.