Alaska Rent Late Fee Calculator
Calculate rent late fees and verify compliance with Alaska state regulations. Free instant calculator with legal compliance verification.
Alaska's rental laws are designed to protect tenants while allowing landlords to impose reasonable late fees. The maximum allowable late fee is 10.5% of the rent, or the federal rate plus 5%, whichever is higher. This is based on state usury laws and must be specified in the lease agreement.(Alaska Stat. § 34.03.020)
Related Statutes
In Alaska, landlords can charge a late fee up to 10.5% of the rent. This cap is considered reasonable and must be clearly outlined in the lease agreement. Landlords cannot charge a daily late fee, and fees should not be punitive but rather compensate for potential loss or inconvenience.
Key Factors:
- Fee must be outlined in the lease
- Cannot exceed 10.5% of rent
- Federal rate plus 5% alternative
Juneau
Juneau adheres to state laws without further municipal ordinances affecting late fees.
Learn moreAmendment to Usury Laws
Clarified the calculation of the maximum allowable late fee in rental agreements, reinforcing the cap at 10.5% or the federal rate plus 5%.
Washington
Reasonable fee, no specific cap
Oregon
Reasonable fee, typically up to 5%
California
Reasonable fee, generally 5-10%
Landlord Best Practices:
- •Include all fee details in the lease agreement.
- •Ensure late fees do not exceed 10.5% of rent.
- •Communicate clearly with tenants about due dates and late fees.
Tenant Best Practices:
- •Review lease agreements for late fee terms.
- •Pay rent on time to avoid fees.
- •Negotiate fee terms before signing the lease if necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions - Alaska
Maximum 10.5% or Federal rate + 5%. Based on state usury law. Must be in lease.
View Official State Law →Updated October 2025