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Edmonton Property Tax 2026
Calculator & Complete Guide

Edmonton's 2026 residential property tax rate is approximately 0.87% — higher than Calgary but still below the Canadian average. Find out exactly what you owe.

Edmonton Property Tax Calculator 2026

Annual Tax
Monthly
Effective Rate
~0.87%
vs National Avg

Based on 2026 Edmonton residential mill rate estimate. Final rate confirmed in spring budget.

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Edmonton Property Tax Rate 2026

Edmonton's 2026 residential property tax rate is approximately 0.87% of assessed value. This is higher than Calgary's ~0.65% but still below the national Canadian average of roughly 1.1%. The higher rate relative to Calgary reflects Edmonton's larger municipal service obligations, older infrastructure requiring significant reinvestment, and a smaller proportional commercial assessment base compared to Calgary's downtown core.

For a home assessed at $450,000 in Edmonton, the annual property tax bill is approximately $3,915 — or $326 per month. Edmonton's average residential assessment has been rising, driven by strong in-migration to Alberta and limited housing supply. The City has implemented multi-year rate plans to help homeowners plan for predictable increases.

Edmonton Assessment Process

The City of Edmonton Assessment Branch values all properties annually, with values reflecting market conditions as of July 1 of the prior year. Edmonton uses the comparable sales approach for residential properties. You receive your Assessment Notice in January, with a 60-day window to file a complaint if you disagree. The Assessment Review Board (ARB) hears all assessment appeals in Edmonton.

Edmonton vs Calgary: Edmonton's higher property tax rate partially offsets its lower home prices. A $450K Edmonton home pays ~$3,915/year. A $600K Calgary home pays ~$3,900/year. The after-tax cost of homeownership is surprisingly similar between the two cities on a per-dollar-of-home basis.

Edmonton Property Tax vs Other Cities

City2026 RateTax on $450KTax on $600K
Edmonton~0.87%$3,915$5,220
Calgary~0.65%$2,925$3,900
Toronto0.6320%$2,844$3,792
Ottawa~1.00%$4,500$6,000
Winnipeg~1.25%$5,625$7,500

How to Appeal Your Edmonton Property Assessment

File a formal complaint with the Assessment Review Board (ARB) by the deadline printed on your Assessment Notice (typically late February/early March). The process: submit a Complaint Form with the ARB, specify the grounds (value too high, classification wrong, property details incorrect), gather comparable sales evidence or a certified appraisal, attend your scheduled hearing (in-person or virtual), and receive the board's written decision within 60 days.

Filing fees for residential ARB complaints are modest — typically $30–$50 — and are refunded if your appeal is successful. The City of Edmonton Assessment Branch staff also offer pre-hearing conferences to resolve many disputes informally before the formal hearing.

Edmonton Property Tax Payment

Edmonton offers a Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP) for monthly payments. Final taxes are due June 30 each year. Late payment penalties are 1.5% per month on the unpaid balance. Edmonton also offers assistance programs for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities, including tax deferral options linked to the property until sale.

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