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Alaska, known for its breathtaking landscapes and unique culture, also has a distinct approach to taxation. Unlike most states in the U.S., Alaska does not impose a statewide sales tax, making it an attractive destination for both residents and businesses. However, this doesn't mean that sales tax is entirely absent in the Last Frontier. Local governments have the authority to levy their own sales taxes, leading to a diverse and sometimes complex sales tax landscape.
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Sales tax in Alaska is not governed by a state-level mandate but is instead determined by local jurisdictions. This means that each borough or city can decide whether to impose a sales tax and at what rate. Consequently, the sales tax Alaska residents and businesses encounter can vary significantly depending on their location. The absence of a uniform Alaska sales tax rate requires individuals and businesses to be aware of the specific tax obligations in their area.
In Alaska, the list of taxable and exempt items can vary by locality, but some general trends are observed:
Calculating sales tax in Alaska involves understanding the specific requirements of the local jurisdiction where the transaction occurs. Businesses must apply the appropriate local sales tax rate to the sale price of taxable goods and services. This often requires the use of an Alaska sales tax calculator or AK sales tax calculator to ensure accuracy. Businesses must also stay informed about any changes in local tax rates or regulations to remain compliant.
With sales tax laws constantly changing, using an app like FlyFin helps simplify sales tax management. FlyFin is changing the tax industry by combining artificial intelligence with the skills of professional CPAs. It handles both simple and complicated filings, offering accurate results 20 times faster and at 5 times the savings. Plus, FlyFin offers your first sales tax filing for free, allowing you to focus on your business while they manage the tax complexities for you.
While sales tax is collected at the point of sale, use tax applies to goods purchased out-of-state for use in Alaska. Residents and businesses must remit use tax directly to the local tax authority if the item was not subject to sales tax at the time of purchase.
In Alaska, a business has a sales tax nexus if it has a physical presence, such as a storefront or office, within a taxing jurisdiction. This presence obligates the business to collect and remit sales tax according to local laws.
Businesses operating in areas with local sales taxes must obtain a sales tax permit from the relevant local authority. This permit allows them to collect and remit sales tax legally.
If a business misses a sales tax filing deadline in Alaska, it should contact the local tax authority immediately. Penalties and interest may apply, but prompt communication can help mitigate these consequences.
Alaska's unique approach to sales tax stems from its historical reliance on natural resource revenues, which has allowed the state to forgo a statewide sales tax. However, as economic conditions change, local governments have increasingly turned to sales taxes to fund essential services. This shift has led to a patchwork of local policies that reflect the diverse needs and priorities of Alaskan communities.
One unique aspect of Alaska's sales tax collection is the decentralized nature of administration. Each local government is responsible for its own tax collection, leading to a variety of processes and requirements. Businesses must navigate these differences carefully, often relying on tools like an Alaska sales tax calculator to manage their obligations effectively.
County
Total Sales Tax Rate
Facts and figures about
Borough, Alaska
1,440
CPAs across the state
733,391
Residents as of 2022
41,450
People claiming self- employment tax deductions
19,230
S-Corps statewide
21,560
People taking itemized deductions
51,480
People claiming the QBI deduction
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Alaska State Income Tax Rates & Brackets for 2023
The following tables represents Alaska's income tax rates and tax brackets:
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MARRIED FILING JOINTLY
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Filing Status
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Alaska State IRS Statistics of Income for 2020
Item
(All amounts are in 1000s of dollars)
Number of returns
Number of single returns
Number of joint returns
Number of head of household returns
Number of individuals
Adjusted gross income (AGI)
Total income: Number
Amount
Salaries and wages in AGI: Number
Amount
Business or profession net income (less loss): Number
Amount
Partnership/S-corp net income (less loss): Number
Amount
Self-employed health insurance deduction: Number
Amount
Student loan interest deduction: Number
Amount
Charitable contributions if took standard deduction: Number
Amount
Total itemized deductions: Number
Amount
State and local income taxes: Number
Amount
State and local general sales taxes: Number
Amount
Qualified business income deduction: Number
Amount
Child and dependent care credit: Number
Amount
Child and other dependent tax credit: Number
Amount
Self-employment tax: Number
Amount
Earned income credit: Number
Amount
Refundable education credit: Number
Amount
Recovery rebate credit: Number
Amount
Total tax liability: Number
Amount
Total additional Medicare tax: Number
Amount
Net investment income tax: Number
Amount
Tax due at time of filing: Number
Amount
Total overpayments: Number
Amount
All returns
359,870
189,410
123,420
37,110
658,220
26,149,461
354,290
26,433,770
289,140
18,047,447
55,970
708,797
19,230
1,377,804
6,880
58,306
20,270
14,945
79,540
19,971
21,560
720,337
6,130
18,195
5,250
7,008
51,480
354,925
9,860
6,008
85,410
220,279
41,450
145,850
45,300
91,035
10,890
9,147
70,860
101,332
273,840
3,369,116
8,670
11,937
10,190
29,126
70,540
383,765
273,960
1,003,685
Under $1
9,540
7,150
1,580
450
12,780
0
3,980
0
1,450
65,066
2,160
0
1,150
0
280
2,247
180
177
1,240
311
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
50
17
500
1,396
540
669
100
91
4,350
6,550
640
2,038
40
48
0
0
280
795
5,940
25,743
$1 under $10,000
47,930
41,020
2,840
3,070
47,160
201,497
47,910
207,264
27,460
130,513
5,110
7,624
460
0
230
626
500
379
4,140
889
270
5,682
40
105
50
44
700
84
0
0
120
17
4,010
2,471
11,750
10,916
1,110
954
13,150
20,403
11,300
3,279
0
0
0
0
5,410
1,332
32,550
45,763
$10,000 under $25,000
53,750
40,150
5,210
6,820
73,560
942,742
53,750
954,963
43,910
661,584
7,810
47,473
830
0
460
1,527
1,380
916
7,040
1,581
550
13,718
80
134
150
91
3,780
2,650
250
78
4,340
1,647
6,280
9,495
14,930
39,031
2,250
1,891
12,940
20,036
34,160
28,013
0
0
0
0
5,100
5,286
47,270
117,299
$25,000 under $50,000
80,280
49,560
14,300
13,430
135,620
2,942,307
80,280
2,970,351
71,110
2,320,977
9,920
87,518
1,620
3,644
800
2,908
5,110
3,543
13,620
3,172
1,760
39,325
410
375
400
345
8,490
14,217
1,730
941
21,250
30,382
7,590
18,364
17,070
39,838
2,820
2,295
12,590
17,839
65,040
159,551
10
14
0
0
10,660
16,191
69,310
202,051
$50,000 under $75,000
51,500
25,380
17,320
6,870
100,130
3,174,314
51,500
3,204,861
44,380
2,431,822
7,510
80,609
1,920
12,421
730
3,454
5,010
3,782
12,370
3,079
2,910
70,936
710
592
670
643
7,450
18,535
1,410
788
16,010
42,806
5,490
17,186
1,000
581
1,490
1,251
8,540
11,112
47,140
242,463
10
18
0
0
9,950
21,905
41,430
130,426
$75,000 under $100,000
36,140
12,800
19,110
3,280
80,080
3,136,716
36,140
3,163,065
30,730
2,304,266
6,170
69,959
1,860
21,164
690
4,056
2,960
2,037
10,750
2,791
3,110
76,719
790
1,025
760
835
6,660
20,075
1,410
893
12,570
40,956
4,380
14,967
0
0
1,090
905
7,110
7,517
35,130
288,437
20
16
0
0
8,850
25,148
27,240
100,017
$100,000 under $200,000
60,880
11,020
46,180
2,710
156,240
8,347,619
60,880
8,421,693
52,830
6,019,665
12,280
223,023
5,340
122,658
1,680
12,918
5,130
4,111
22,660
6,025
7,010
212,392
2,030
3,175
1,820
2,406
15,160
71,496
3,770
2,480
24,630
83,596
8,930
41,650
0
0
2,030
1,760
11,950
17,740
60,600
995,684
620
175
200
62
20,580
93,245
40,180
192,170
$200,000 under $500,000
16,930
1,960
14,450
400
44,810
4,720,063
16,930
4,778,014
14,780
3,020,650
4,190
183,969
4,180
353,240
1,270
16,304
0
0
6,790
1,862
4,490
174,474
1,550
4,728
1,110
2,054
7,350
90,582
1,160
734
6,430
20,811
3,410
27,182
0
0
0
0
220
135
16,920
824,982
6,180
4,390
7,450
7,675
8,270
107,157
8,590
93,248
$500,000 under $1,000,000
2,100
260
1,750
60
5,660
1,387,349
2,100
1,411,142
1,810
671,471
580
64,140
1,210
312,930
450
7,821
0
0
700
197
990
56,137
350
2,134
210
394
1,270
42,046
120
73
30
47
590
7,154
0
0
0
0
0
0
2,100
334,003
1,280
3,655
1,800
7,660
1,110
53,539
970
39,167
$1,000,000 or more
830
100
690
20
2,190
1,742,442
830
1,760,864
680
421,433
240
15,137
660
763,372
300
6,445
0
0
230
64
480
70,954
170
5,927
90
196
630
95,240
30
21
0
0
270
5,985
0
0
0
0
0
0
830
490,666
500
3,621
750
13,729
340
59,167
480
57,801
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