Alaska Sales Tax: A Guide for Invoicing

AK state sales tax is 0.00%; most services are exempt. Add it automatically to every invoice.

State rate
0.00%
Services taxable
Generally no
Top metros
2
Sample local rate
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Alaska state sales tax rate

The base state sales tax rate in Alaska is 0.00%. No state sales tax; some boroughs/cities levy local sales tax up to ~7%.

Average local tax adds approximately 1.82%, bringing the typical combined rate to about 1.82%.

Do services need sales tax in Alaska?

Generally no — Alaska taxes the sale of tangible personal property, not most services. Some specific services (typically utilities, accommodations, and certain repairs) are taxable. Verify your service category with the Alaska Department of Revenue.

Common exemptions

  • No state sales tax
  • Most professional services
  • Custom software development
State rate
0.00%
Services
Generally exempt
Avg local add
1.82%

Top AK metros