Alaska sales tax rates (July 1, 2026)
| State rate | 0.00% |
|---|---|
| Average local rate | 1.82% (population-weighted; your address may differ) |
| Average combined rate | 1.82% |
| Rank among the 50 states and DC | 47 of 51, where 1 is the highest combined rate |
Because Alaska has no state sales tax, the rate depends entirely on where you shop: some communities charge nothing, while others levy their own sales tax. Choose “My local rate” in the calculator for an exact address.
Sales tax on common purchases in Alaska
| Purchase | Tax at 1.82% | Total |
|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.18 | $10.18 |
| $25 | $0.46 | $25.46 |
| $50 | $0.91 | $50.91 |
| $100 | $1.82 | $101.82 |
| $250 | $4.55 | $254.55 |
| $500 | $9.10 | $509.10 |
| $1,000 | $18.20 | $1,018.20 |
| $5,000 | $91.00 | $5,091.00 |
Worked example: a $250 purchase
Combined rate = 0.00% state + 1.82% average local = 1.82%
Sales tax = $250 × 0.0182 = $4.55
Total = $250 + $4.55 = $254.55
To back the tax out of a receipt total, divide by 1 plus the rate: $254.55 ÷ 1.0182 ≈ $250.00. The reverse sales tax calculator does this for any rate.
Alaska compared with nearby states
| State | State rate | Avg. local | Combined | Tax on $250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 0.00% | 1.82% | 1.82% | $4.55 |
| Washington | 6.50% | 3.07% | 9.57% | $23.93 |
| Oregon | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | $0.00 |
| Hawaii | 4.00% | 0.50% | 4.50% | $11.25 |
Average combined rates are lower in Oregon. Before shopping across the border, note that states with a sales tax also charge use tax on taxable goods bought elsewhere and brought home untaxed, and vehicles are taxed where they are registered.
What's taxed and what's exempt in Alaska
- Alaska has no statewide sales tax, but many cities and boroughs levy one — averaging 1.82% and reaching 7.85% in some places.
- Many local governments collect sales tax on online orders through the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Commission, and some rates change with the season, such as Skagway's 5% summer and 3% winter rate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Alaska in 2026?
Alaska has no state sales tax. Local governments may levy their own; the population-weighted average local rate is 1.82% as of July 1, 2026.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in Alaska?
About $1.82 at the 1.82% average combined rate, for a total of $101.82.
How does Alaska's sales tax compare with other states?
Alaska ranks 47 of 51 for combined state and average local sales tax, where 1 is the highest. Nearby, Oregon (0.00%) is lower. Washington (9.57%) and Hawaii (4.50%) are higher.
Do I pay Alaska sales tax on online orders?
It depends on the delivery address. Many Alaska cities and boroughs require remote sellers to collect their local sales tax on deliveries, coordinated through the Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax Commission.
What else should shoppers know about sales tax in Alaska?
Alaska has no statewide sales tax, but many cities and boroughs levy one — averaging 1.82% and reaching 7.85% in some places.
Rates are averages for planning — not tax advice. Source: Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (rates as of July 1, 2026). Local rates vary by address and can change during the year; the Alaska revenue department publishes the official rate for each location.