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ACT land tax calculator
Work out the yearly land tax on investment land in the Australian Capital Territory at the 2026 rates for individuals, and see how the same land value compares in every other state.
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| State or territory | Land tax per year | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Territory | $0 | $0 |
| South Australia | $1,320 | $25 |
| New South Wales | $2,100 | $40 |
| Western Australia | $4,810 | $93 |
| Victoria | $6,450 | $124 |
| Queensland | $7,800 | $150 |
| Tasmania | $12,238 | $235 |
| Australian Capital Territory | $14,878 | $286 |
ACT land tax rates 2026
Rates for individuals, as at 24 October 2026. Each rented property also pays a fixed charge of $1,778 a year.
| Land value of the property | Land tax per year |
|---|---|
| $0 to $150,000 | 0.54% of the value |
| $150,000 to $275,000 | $810 plus 0.64% of the value over $150,000 |
| $275,000 to $1,000,000 | $1,610 plus 1.24% of the value over $275,000 |
| $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 | $10,600 plus 1.25% of the value over $1,000,000 |
| Over $2,000,000 | $23,100 plus 1.26% of the value over $2,000,000 |
Source: official ACT land tax rates. Trusts, companies and foreign owners can pay more.
Buying in ACT?
Land tax is a yearly holding cost. Stamp duty is the one-off cost when you buy, and it differs just as much between states.
Land tax in other states
Thresholds, rate tables and worked examples for each state and territory. Tax shown is for $1,000,000 of investment land held by an individual.
- NSW land tax calculatorNew South Wales$0 a year at $1,000,000
- VIC land tax calculatorVictoria$4,650 a year at $1,000,000
- QLD land tax calculatorQueensland$4,500 a year at $1,000,000
- WA land tax calculatorWestern Australia$2,730 a year at $1,000,000
- SA land tax calculatorSouth Australia$320 a year at $1,000,000
- TAS land tax calculatorTasmania$9,238 a year at $1,000,000
- NT land tax calculatorNorthern TerritoryNo land tax
How it works
How land tax works in the Australian Capital Territory
The ACT works differently from the states. There is no tax-free threshold and properties are not added together: each rented residential property pays a fixed charge of $1,778 a year plus a marginal rate on its average unimproved land value, from 0.54% up to 1.26%.
Land tax is charged on the land value only, not the building, and your home is generally exempt. At $1,000,000 of land, ACT ranks 8 of 8 states and territories from cheapest to most expensive. Because we buy wherever the numbers suit your strategy, land tax is one of the holding costs we weigh when choosing a market.
The numbers are one part of the decision
We look at the figures alongside growth drivers, vacancy, supply and how a property fits your borrowing and portfolio plans, then choose the market that suits your strategy, wherever it is in Australia. See how we buy investment property.
FAQ
Common questions
How much is land tax on $1,000,000 of land in ACT?
About $12,378 a year for an individual at 2026 rates, for one rented property. On $500,000 it is about $6,178, and on $2,000,000 about $24,878.
What is the land tax threshold in ACT?
There is no threshold. Every rented residential property in the ACT pays a fixed charge plus a rate on its land value.
Do I pay land tax on my home?
No. ACT land tax applies to residential properties that are rented out or not your principal place of residence.
Do trusts and companies pay more?
Often. Several states apply lower thresholds or higher rates to land held in trusts, and foreign owners usually pay a surcharge. This calculator uses the rates for individuals; check the official rates for other owners.
Is this financial advice?
No. It is a general estimate to help you compare options. It does not consider your personal circumstances, and results depend on the figures you enter. Check them with your accountant, mortgage broker or financial adviser before you act.
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