Does Alaska have state income tax?
No, Alaska has no state income tax.
Alaska Income Tax Calculator 2026
Alaska has no state income tax, making it one of the most tax-friendly states in the US. Only federal income tax applies.
The calculator applies $0 state income tax for Alaska. The Permanent Fund Dividend and local sales or property taxes are not modeled.
2026 federal + state brackets + FICA — updates as you type.
State: Alaska (pre-selected; change the dropdown for other states)
Not applied in this simplified model.
State tax uses your state's 2026 brackets, standard deduction, exemptions and credits for your filing status. City and county income taxes (for example NYC, Maryland counties, Ohio cities) are not included. FICA: Social Security 6.2% on wages up to $184,500 and Medicare 1.45% on all wages shown.
Alaska has $0 state income tax in this model. Check the Age 65+ box when the extra federal standard deduction applies.
Federal brackets (2026 · Single)
10%$0 – $12,400
12%$12,401 – $50,400
Your bracket22%$50,401 – $105,700
24%$105,701 – $201,775
32%$201,776 – $256,225
35%$256,226 – $640,600
37%$640,601+
Net take-home
$50,390
Total tax: $9,610
Federal income tax-$5,020
State income taxNo state tax
Social Security-$3,720
Medicare-$870
Net income$50,390
Effective rate
16.0%
Marginal rate
12.0%
Income position
Taxable income $43,900 relative to bracket scale (cap $691,848).
Frequently Asked Questions
What taxes do Alaska residents pay?
Federal income tax and payroll taxes only.
Does Alaska pay residents?
Yes, the Permanent Fund Dividend pays eligible residents annually.
How much will I save living in Alaska vs California?
On a $60,000 salary, a single filer would owe about $1,570 in California state income tax in 2026 (about $420 if married filing jointly), plus California SDI payroll deductions — Alaska charges none of that.
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Educational estimates only. Not IRS advice.