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Alaska
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Alaska Program Overview
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 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, 2024
Haines Borough: March 31, 2024
Juneau: March 31, 2024
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 if they accept additional documents not listed here.
Additional Information & Resources
For more information about the Senior Exemption or how to apply, please refer to the Alaska Property Tax Jurisdictions to locate the contact information of your municipality.
Select municipal applications for the Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption program:
Your Resources
Your state accepts digital and mailed applications
Property Tax-Aide has independently selected the property tax relief programs featured on this website that we think are the most relevant and beneficial to older adults. It is not an exhaustive list of all property tax relief programs available in each state. Please consult your local tax agency for a comprehensive listing of property tax relief programs in your area.