Sales tax United States · Rates as of 1 July 2026
Alaska Sales Tax Rate (2026)
Alaska has no statewide sales tax. Local governments charge their own, averaging 1.82%. Use the calculator to add or remove tax from any price.
Alaska sales tax calculator
Your exact rate depends on the city and county of the sale; enter it above if you know it.
How Alaska sales tax works
Alaska has no statewide sales tax, but many boroughs and cities levy their own local sales tax, so purchases in some towns are still taxed.
Alaska sales tax on common amounts
| 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 |
Alaska vs neighbouring states
| State | State rate | Avg. combined | Tax on $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 0% | 1.82% | $1.82 |
| Washington | 6.5% | 9.57% | $9.57 |
States with a similar sales tax to Alaska
Comparing places to shop, work or move? These states have the closest average combined rate to Alaska's 1.82%.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Alaska?
Alaska has no statewide sales tax. Local governments add an average of 1.82%.
How much is the sales tax on $100 in Alaska?
At the state rate, $0.00 (total $100.00). At the average combined rate, $1.82 (total $101.82).
How do I calculate Alaska sales tax?
Multiply the price by the rate as a decimal. Example: $50 × 1.82% = $0.91. To remove tax from a total, divide by (1 + rate): $100 ÷ 1.0182 = $98.21 before tax.
Sources
- Tax Foundation, State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2026 (rates as of 1 July 2026; local rates are population-weighted averages).
- State departments of revenue for statewide rates and exemptions.
Rates change. Always confirm the exact rate for a specific address with the relevant tax authority before filing or invoicing.