Alberta Property Tax Calculator

Calculate your Alberta property tax. Understand the municipal-only system with no provincial component, and compare Calgary and Edmonton residential rates.

Alberta’s property tax system is entirely municipal — there is no provincial property tax component. Municipalities set their own mill rates annually based on budget requirements, and property assessments are conducted by municipal assessors. This means your property tax bill in Alberta depends entirely on which municipality you live in and your property’s assessed value.

Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta’s two largest cities, have residential property tax rates typically in the 0.6%–0.8% range. These rates are moderate by Canadian standards — lower than most Ontario cities outside Toronto, and lower than Atlantic Canada, but slightly higher than Vancouver’s unusually low rate. Combined with Alberta’s lower home prices and the absence of a provincial land transfer tax, the total annual cost of homeownership in Alberta is among the lowest in major Canadian cities.

Calgary and Edmonton Property Tax Rates

Calgary’s residential property tax rate is approximately 0.6%–0.7%, while Edmonton’s is slightly higher at around 0.7%–0.8%. Both cities reassess properties annually based on market value. The City of Calgary uses a market value assessment approach, comparing your property to recent sales of similar properties in your neighborhood.

For context, a home assessed at $500,000 in Calgary at a 0.65% rate would pay approximately $3,250 in annual property tax. The same home in Edmonton at 0.75% would pay $3,750. Both are significantly lower than what homeowners in most Ontario municipalities (outside Toronto) would pay on the same assessment.

Key Facts

  • Alberta has no provincial property tax — property tax is collected exclusively by municipalities.
  • Calgary’s residential property tax rate is approximately 0.6%–0.7%, and Edmonton’s is approximately 0.7%–0.8%.
  • Alberta municipalities reassess properties annually based on current market value.
  • The provincial education property tax requisition is collected by municipalities on behalf of the province, but it is included in the overall municipal mill rate.
  • Alberta does not have a homeowner grant program like BC, but some municipalities offer senior property tax deferral programs.

FAQ

How does Alberta’s property tax compare to other provinces?

Alberta’s property tax rates are moderate by Canadian standards. Calgary and Edmonton’s rates (0.6%–0.8%) are lower than most Ontario municipalities (except Toronto), lower than Atlantic Canada cities, but slightly higher than Vancouver’s very low rate. The key advantage in Alberta is that lower home prices mean lower assessed values, so even at similar rates, the dollar amount of property tax is often less.

Does Alberta have an education property tax?

Yes. The provincial education property tax requisition is set by the Alberta government and collected by municipalities as part of the overall property tax bill. It funds K–12 education. This amount is included in your municipal property tax bill — you don’t pay it separately. The education requisition has been a subject of ongoing policy discussion in Alberta.

Can I appeal my property tax assessment in Alberta?

Yes. If you believe your property has been assessed above its market value, you can file a complaint with your municipality’s assessment review board. The deadline is typically in the spring, shortly after assessment notices are sent out. Provide comparable sales data and any relevant evidence that your assessment is too high.

Updated March 2026. Information on this page is provided for educational purposes only. Tax rules, rates, and government programs may change — verify details with the CRA or a qualified financial advisor.