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Find Property Tax Relief in Your State

Take the first step toward checking your eligibility to apply for property tax relief programs in your state.

Select your state to learn more about available programs and how to apply. The resources on this page are updated as new information becomes available.

Alaska Program Overview

Looking for property tax relief in Alaska? There is one main way to apply for property tax relief:

  • Senior Citizen Exemption

Property Tax-Aide features the Alaska Senior Citizen Exemption.

A qualified homeowner aged 65 or older does not need to file an application for successive tax years if there is no change in ownership, in residency or permanent place of abode, or other factors affecting qualification for the exemption. This means you only need to apply once.

The information on this page is updated as new information becomes available by the relevant tax agencies.

Senior Citizen Exemption

This is an exemption of up to $150,000 of the assessed value of an owner-occupied home.

Eligibility
  • You must be an owner of record (have your name on the title) as of January 1 of the calendar year you are seeking the exemption. Property cannot be in a business name (LLC, partnership, or corporation, etc.)
  • You must own and occupy the property as your primary residence and permanent place of abode on or before January 1 of the calendar year you are seeking the exemption.
  • You must be at least 65 prior to January 1 of the tax year you are seeking the exemption.
Application Deadline

This exemption must be applied for by a deadline enacted at the local level, typically in March. Please consult your municipality for the exact deadline.

Application deadlines for select municipalities:

  • Anchorage: March 15, 2026
  • Haines Borough: March 31, 2026
  • Juneau: March 31, 2026
Required Documentation

First-time filers need to provide proof of age. Acceptable documents are:

  • Current Alaska Driver’s License
  • Alaska State ID
  • Military ID
  • Passport
  • Birth Certificate
  • Trust Document (if applicable)

Please check with your municipality to see if they accept additional documents not listed here.