What is the sales tax rate in Alaska?
Alaska has no statewide sales tax, but local governments charge their own. They average 1.82%, and the highest local rate is 7.85%. Rates as of July 1, 2026.
Alaska Sales Tax Calculator
No state tax; local taxes average 1.82%.
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Alaska sales tax at a glance
- State rate
- 0%
- Average local rate
- 1.82%
- Average combined
- 1.82%
- Highest local rate
- 7.85%
Alaska’s average combined rate is the 46th highest of the 50 states. Alaska has no statewide sales tax, but many boroughs and cities charge their own, up to 7.85%.
As of July 1, 2026. Source: Tax Foundation
Sales tax on common amounts in Alaska
| Price | Tax at 1.82% | Total at 1.82% |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $0.18 | $10.18 |
| $25.00 | $0.46 | $25.46 |
| $50.00 | $0.91 | $50.91 |
| $100.00 | $1.82 | $101.82 |
| $250.00 | $4.55 | $254.55 |
| $500.00 | $9.10 | $509.10 |
| $1,000.00 | $18.20 | $1,018.20 |
How Alaska sales tax is worked out
- Sales tax = price × 1.82%
- Total = price × 1.0182
- Price before tax = total ÷ 1.0182
Example: $100 at 1.82% is $1.82 of tax, $101.82 in total. Take the tax back out of $101.82 and you get $100.00.
About Alaska sales tax
Add Alaska sales tax to a price, or take it back out of a total, at the 0% state rate or the 1.82% average with local taxes.
How to use this tool
- Check the rate: tap the state rate or the average with local tax, or type your exact rate.
- Enter the price before tax, or tick the box if the amount already includes tax.
- Read the tax and the total.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate Alaska sales tax?
Multiply the price by the rate. At 1.82%, $100 × 0.0182 = $1.82 of tax, $101.82 in total.
How do I take Alaska sales tax out of a total?
Divide the total by 1 plus the rate. $101.82 ÷ 1.0182 = $100.00 before tax.
How does Alaska compare with other states?
Alaska’s average combined rate is the 46th highest of the 50 states.
Where do these rates come from?
The Tax Foundation’s State and Local Sales Tax Rates, July 1, 2026, compiled from each state’s revenue department. Local averages are weighted by population. Check your exact rate, and which items are exempt, with the state revenue department.