Verified 2026 City Guide

Kodiak Island Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for Kodiak Island. Taxes are administered by Kodiak Island Borough.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

0.87%

State Avg

0.01%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in Kodiak Island, property taxes are officially administered by Kodiak Island Borough. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

Kodiak Island Tax Calculator

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How Property Taxes Work in Kodiak Island

Property taxes for Kodiak Island residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Kodiak Island Borough Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in Kodiak Island every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

Kodiak Island Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of Kodiak Island Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your Kodiak Island Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Kodiak Island Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Kodiak Island vary by parcel. Refer to the Kodiak Island Borough average rate of 0.86563182148921% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of Kodiak Island pay property taxes to the Kodiak Island Borough Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Kodiak Island Borough Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Kodiak Island Borough Official

Property tax for Kodiak Island is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Kodiak Island Borough portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.