Edmonton Property Tax Guide

How Edmonton Property Tax Works

Edmonton property tax is based on two things: your home's assessed value and the mill rate. The City assesses every property annually, then applies a rate per $1,000 of that value.

The formula is straightforward:

The mill rate (from Latin mille, meaning thousand) is the tax rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Edmonton's 2025 residential rate is 10.1391 — effectively about 1.01% of your home's assessed value.

Your tax bill has three components:

• Municipal tax (7.6254) — Funds City services: roads, transit, fire, police, parks, waste collection
• Education requisition (2.5137) — Set by the Province of Alberta for public and separate school boards

The municipal portion is what City Council controls each budget cycle. The education requisition is set by the Province — the City collects it but doesn't decide the amount.

2025 Tax Rates & Historical Trend

Edmonton's 2025 total residential mill rate is 10.1391. Here's how the components break down and how rates have shifted over the past decade.

Historical Mill Rates (2014–2025)

Property Tax by Neighbourhood

Tax amounts vary dramatically across Edmonton — not because of different rates (the mill rate is the same city-wide), but because assessed values differ. A home in a premium neighbourhood is assessed higher, so the dollar amount of tax is higher.

These are Edmonton's top 15 neighbourhoods ranked by median assessed value, with estimated annual tax based on the 2025 mill rate.

For comparison, the city-wide median assessed value is $425,500 with an estimated annual tax of $4,314. Explore specific areas on our area comparison page.

How Your Assessment Is Determined

Every year, the City of Edmonton assesses the market value of each property as of July 1 of the prior year. The 2025 assessment reflects what your home would have sold for on July 1, 2024.

Assessors use a mass appraisal approach — they don't visit every home. Instead, they analyze thousands of recent sales and apply statistical models that account for:

• Location — neighbourhood, proximity to amenities, and lot characteristics
• Size — living area, lot size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms
• Quality and condition — construction quality, age, renovations
• Market conditions — actual sale prices of comparable properties near July 1

Assessment notices are mailed each January. You can also look up your current assessment on the City of Edmonton property assessment page.

Your assessed value is not the same as your purchase price or your listing price. It's the City's independent estimate of market value — and it can be higher or lower than what you paid.

How to Appeal Your Assessment

If your assessed value seems off, you have the right to challenge it. Roughly 1–2% of Edmonton homeowners file complaints each year — and many succeed.

Step 1: Check your assessment

Compare your assessed value to recent sales of similar homes in your neighbourhood. If comparable homes sold for less than your assessment around July 1, you may have a case.

Step 2: Contact the City first

Call 311 or use the City's online form. Assessors often correct clear errors (wrong square footage, extra garage counted, etc.) without a formal complaint.

Step 3: File a formal complaint

The deadline is typically late March — about 60 days after assessment notices are mailed. You file with the Assessment Review Board (ARB). The fee is $50 for residential properties.

Tips for a successful appeal

• Gather 3–5 comparable sales near the July 1 valuation date
• Document any issues that reduce value (e.g., backing onto a busy road, foundation problems)
• Focus on market value evidence, not your personal opinion of worth
• If you recently purchased, your sale price is strong evidence — but only if it was near July 1

The Alberta Advantage: No Land Transfer Tax

Alberta is one of the few provinces in Canada with no land transfer tax. In Ontario, buying a $425,500 home would cost roughly $6,383 in land transfer tax alone. In BC, even more.

Edmonton buyers pay only a modest title transfer fee (around $50 + $2 per $5,000 of property value) — typically under $250 total. That's thousands less in upfront costs compared to Toronto or Vancouver.

Combined with no provincial sales tax (PST), Edmonton's total tax burden on homeowners is among the lowest of any major Canadian city. That's real money you keep in your pocket.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are property taxes in Edmonton?

The median Edmonton homeowner pays roughly $4,314 per year ($360/month). Your actual amount depends on your home's assessed value — the 2025 residential mill rate of 10.1391 applies equally to all residential properties. A $350,000 condo pays about $3,549, while a $700,000 detached home pays about $7,097.

How is Edmonton property tax calculated?

Your assessed value is divided by 1,000, then multiplied by the mill rate. The 2025 total residential mill rate is 10.1391, which combines municipal services and provincial education requisitions. The City assesses your home's market value as of July 1 each year, and that assessment is the basis for your tax bill.

What is a mill rate?

A mill rate is the tax charged per $1,000 of assessed property value. Edmonton's 2025 residential mill rate is 10.1391, meaning you pay $10.14 for every $1,000 your home is assessed at. City Council sets the municipal portion each budget cycle; the Province sets the education portion.

Can I appeal my property assessment?

Yes. File a complaint with the Assessment Review Board by late March (about 60 days after notices are mailed). The fee is $50 for residential. Start by calling 311 — assessors often fix clear errors informally. Gather comparable sales near the July 1 valuation date to support your case.

When are Edmonton property taxes due?

The annual tax bill is due on June 30 each year. You can also enrol in the Tax Payment Instalment Plan (TIPPS) through the City, which spreads payments into monthly instalments withdrawn automatically from your bank account — most homeowners find this easier to budget.

Are Edmonton property taxes going up?

Mill rates have generally trended upward over the past decade, though the year-over-year change depends on City Council's budget decisions and provincial education requisitions. Even when the mill rate stays flat, your tax can increase if your assessed value rises. Use the calculator above to see your estimate.