What is the property tax rate in Edmonton?

Edmonton's residential property tax rate for 2026 is approximately 0.76% of assessed value — slightly higher than Calgary's 0.66%, but lower than most Ontario cities.

How much is property tax on a $450,000 home in Edmonton?

At 0.76%, annual property tax on a $450,000 assessed home in Edmonton is approximately $3,420 ($285/month).

Why is Edmonton property tax higher than Calgary?

Edmonton's tax rate is higher than Calgary's partly due to lower average property values, meaning a higher rate is needed to generate equivalent revenue per household. Edmonton's rate has also increased faster than Calgary's in recent years due to infrastructure spending priorities.

How do I pay Edmonton property tax monthly?

Edmonton offers the Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP), which spreads your annual tax into 12 equal monthly pre-authorized withdrawals from your bank account. You can enroll online at Edmonton.ca. Amounts are adjusted each January when the new assessment and rate are set.

How do I appeal my Edmonton property assessment?

If you believe your assessed value is too high, you can file a complaint with the Assessment Review Board (ARB). The deadline is within 21 days of receiving your assessment notice in January. The filing fee is $50 for residential properties, refunded if your appeal is successful. Common grounds include incorrect property details, comparable sales that support a lower value, or condition issues not accounted for in the assessment.

Does Edmonton have a seniors property tax deferral?

Yes. Alberta offers a Provincial Property Tax Deferral Program for eligible seniors (65+). Taxes are deferred as a low-interest loan secured against the home, repaid when the property is sold or transferred. This can significantly reduce the monthly cash burden for retirees on fixed incomes.

Edmonton Property Tax 2026 | Tax Rate & Calculator

Edmonton Property Tax 2026

Edmonton’s residential property tax rate is approximately 0.76% — the lowest of Alberta’s major cities after Calgary, and well below typical Ontario rates. Edmonton assesses properties annually based on market value as of July 1 of the prior year. Assessment notices are mailed each January, and you have 21 days to file a complaint if you believe the value is incorrect.

Component	Details
Residential tax rate	~0.76%
Per $1,000 assessed value	$7.60
Assessment authority	City of Edmonton
Assessment frequency	Annual (July 1 reference date)

Edmonton Property Tax Calculator

Assessed Value	Annual Tax	Monthly
$350,000	$2,660	$222
$400,000	$3,040	$253
$450,000	$3,420	$285
$500,000	$3,800	$317
$600,000	$4,560	$380
$700,000	$5,320	$443
$800,000	$6,080	$507
$1,000,000	$7,600	$633

Edmonton vs Calgary

Metric	Edmonton	Calgary
Tax rate	0.76%	0.66%
Tax on $400K home	$3,040	$2,640
Tax on $500K home	$3,800	$3,300
Tax on $700K home	$5,320	$4,620
Annual difference (on $500K)	+$500	—

Edmonton vs Alberta Cities

City	Tax Rate	Tax on $500K	Difference vs Edmonton
Calgary	0.66%	$3,300	-$500
Edmonton	0.76%	$3,800	—
Red Deer	0.88%	$4,400	+$600
Medicine Hat	0.90%	$4,500	+$700
Lethbridge	0.95%	$4,750	+$950

Edmonton vs Major Canadian Cities

City	Tax Rate	Tax on $600K	Province
Vancouver	0.27%	$1,620	BC
Toronto	0.63%	$3,780	ON
Calgary	0.66%	$3,960	AB
Edmonton	0.76%	$4,560	AB
Montreal	0.76%	$4,560	QC
Ottawa	1.01%	$6,060	ON
Hamilton	1.22%	$7,320	ON

What Edmonton Property Tax Funds

Component	Approx. Share	Key Services
Municipal levy	~72%	Police, fire, ETS (transit), roads, parks, libraries
Provincial education requisition	~23%	Public and Catholic school boards
Other requisitions	~5%	Capital region housing, other levies

Edmonton Property Assessment Process

Step	Timeline
Assessment reference date	July 1 (previous year)
Assessment notices mailed	January
ARB complaint deadline	21 days from notice receipt
Tax bill mailed	May
Annual payment deadline	June 30

How to Appeal Your Assessment

Detail	Information
Filing fee	$50 (refunded if successful)
Deadline	21 days from receiving assessment notice
Common grounds	Incorrect square footage, lot size, comparable sales
Process	Online or mail; hearing scheduled if unresolved
Appeal body	Assessment Review Board (ARB)

Payment Options

Method	Details
TIPP (Tax Instalment Payment Plan)	12 equal monthly pre-authorized payments; enroll at Edmonton.ca
Annual payment	Full amount due June 30
Online banking	Add “City of Edmonton Property Tax” as payee
In-person	City of Edmonton cashiers or registry offices

TIPP is adjusted each January. If you enroll mid-year, your first payment is adjusted to cover any balance from January.

Alberta Senior Property Tax Deferral

Detail	Information
Eligibility	65+ years, Alberta resident, principal residence
Interest rate	Prime rate (set annually by province)
Repayment	When home is sold or transferred
Application	Alberta.ca or local registry

Deferred taxes are secured as a lien on the property. The total deferred amount plus interest is repaid from the proceeds when the home is sold.