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Retire in Alaska: 2026 Tax & Cost of Living Guide

No state income, sales, Social Security, or estate tax. Residents also receive an annual Permanent Fund Dividend ($1,702 in 2024).

State income tax

None

Social Security

Not taxed

Estate tax

None

Property tax

1.04%

How Alaska Taxes Retirement Income

Social Security
Not taxed
Public pensions (state/federal)
Not taxed
Private pensions
Not taxed
401(k) / IRA withdrawals
Not taxed

Exemption / exclusion

Data not yet verified for this state. Consult a state tax professional.

We don't have detailed cost-of-living data for a city in Alaska yet. See our city guides for 300+ other cities worldwide, or compare Alaska against other US states below.

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Retirement Methodology Calculators

How much do the big names actually say you need? See each guru's assumed return and withdrawal rate, side by side with academic defaults.

Dave Ramsey

12% / 8%

Bill Bengen

4% rule

Bogleheads

7% / 4%

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Tax rates and programs are subject to change. Data is current for 2024–2025. Always consult a qualified tax professional before making relocation decisions.