Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Alaska. Population: 1,681.
The median annual property tax in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is $1,043, which is 52% lower than the Alaska state average and 46% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $221,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,043
-52% vs State
-46% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,800
-22% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.47%
-39% vs State
-51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,648
$137/mo
Without Mortgage
$199
$17/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,043 +3.2% | 0.47% |
| 2022 | $1,011 +17.0% | 0.46% |
| 2021 | $864 +12.1% | 0.45% |
| 2020 | $771 +287.4% | 0.40% |
| 2019 | $199 | 0.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,079
per year
Monthly Tax
$87
per month
Other Counties in Alaska
Ketchikan Gateway Borough
Tax: $2,588/yr Rate: 0.68%
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area
Tax: $1,871/yr Rate: 0.71%
Lake and Peninsula Borough
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Dillingham Census Area
Tax: $2,875/yr Rate: 1.76%
Bethel Census Area
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
Tax: $757/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is $1,043 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.47% on a median home value of $221,800.
How does Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area are 46% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area? ▼
In Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,648 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $199. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area? ▼
Property taxes in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $59,079. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.