Federal + Alberta provincial tax — Canada's lowest provincial rate
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Claim $100 Bonus →| Alberta Taxable Income | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $148,269 | 10% | Lowest flat rate in Canada |
| $148,270 – $177,922 | 12% | |
| $177,923 – $237,230 | 13% | |
| $237,231 – $355,845 | 14% | |
| Over $355,845 | 15% |
Alberta basic personal amount: $21,003 (one of the highest in Canada). No PST.
Alberta is the only province in Canada with no provincial sales tax (PST). Residents pay only the 5% federal GST on purchases. This saves the average Albertan household $2,000–$4,000 annually compared to provinces with PST or HST.
For the first $148,269 of provincial taxable income, Albertans pay a flat 10% provincial rate. This is significantly lower than Ontario's graduated rates (5.05%–13.16%) and BC's rates (5.06%–20.5%). A person earning $100,000 in Alberta saves roughly $3,000–$5,000 in provincial income tax compared to Ontario or BC.
Alberta's basic personal amount of $21,003 is among the highest in Canada. This means the first $21,003 of income is entirely free from provincial tax. Combined with the federal BPA of $16,129, an Albertan earning $21,003 or less pays no income tax at all.
Alberta residents receive quarterly Canada Carbon Rebate payments. In 2026, this is approximately $225 per adult and $112 per child per quarter. A family of four receives roughly $1,350 annually — partially offsetting carbon tax costs on fuel and utilities.
The tax savings in Alberta are real and significant, especially for incomes above $100,000. At $150,000 gross income, moving from Ontario to Alberta can save $6,000–$8,000 per year in income tax, plus additional savings from no PST. However, consider factors like higher property insurance costs, winter heating bills, and no provincial rental control.