Alaska Sales Tax Calculator
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Alaska is one of only five states with no statewide sales tax — you will never see a state-level line on your receipt here. That said, Alaska gives its cities and boroughs broad authority to levy their own local sales taxes, and about 107 municipalities across the state do exactly that. Rates range from as low as 1% in smaller communities to as high as 7.5% in some remote boroughs, giving Alaska a population-weighted average combined rate of roughly 1.82% — the second-lowest combined rate in the country, according to the Tax Foundation.
What this means in practice is that your tax bill depends entirely on where you shop. Anchorage and Fairbanks — the two largest cities — charge 0% local sales tax, making them effectively tax-free for most retail purchases. Juneau, the state capital, applies a 5% local rate. Smaller communities like Kodiak (6%) or Sitka (5%) fall in between.
Worked example: If you buy a $100 item in Juneau, you pay $5.00 in sales tax for a total of $105.00. The same $100 purchase in Anchorage costs you exactly $100.00 — no tax at all. That same item in a 7% borough would add $7.00.
To use this calculator, enter the purchase amount and the local rate for your specific Alaska city or borough. If you are shopping in Anchorage or Fairbanks, simply set the rate to 0%. For other locations, check your city or borough's official website for the current rate.
Practical example — Alaska
A $100 purchase in Juneau (5% local rate) costs $105.00 total, while the same purchase in Anchorage costs exactly $100.00 — no sales tax at all.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Does Alaska have a state sales tax?
No. Alaska is one of five states — alongside Montana, New Hampshire, Oregon, and Delaware — that levies no statewide sales tax. There is no state-level rate to apply to retail purchases anywhere in Alaska.
Do Alaska cities and boroughs charge local sales tax?
Yes. About 107 Alaska municipalities have their own local sales taxes. Rates vary widely, from 1% to 7.5%, depending on the jurisdiction. Major cities like Anchorage and Fairbanks charge 0%, while Juneau charges 5% and some remote boroughs go higher.
What is the average combined sales tax rate in Alaska?
The Tax Foundation estimates Alaska's average combined state-plus-local rate at approximately 1.82% for 2025, making it the second-lowest combined sales tax burden in the nation. This average is pulled down significantly by large, zero-rate cities like Anchorage.
Are groceries taxed in Alaska?
It depends on the locality. Because there is no state tax law governing exemptions, each municipality sets its own rules. Some Alaska boroughs exempt groceries; others tax them at the full local rate. Always check your specific city or borough's rules.
Do online purchases ship-to-Alaska addresses get taxed?
If a retailer has nexus in Alaska and you ship to a taxable borough or city, the applicable local rate applies. Anchorage deliveries are typically tax-free. Juneau deliveries would be taxed at 5%. The rules follow the destination locality, not the origin of the seller.