Land Tax Calculator
Calculate land tax for each Australian state and territory based on your land value and ownership type.
Calculate land tax for your investment property. Land tax is a state tax on the value of land you own (excluding your principal residence). Use the stamp duty calculator below to compare costs across states.
- Your principal place of residence is generally exempt from land tax
- Land tax thresholds and rates vary significantly between states
- Land value is assessed annually by the Valuer General
- Land tax is an annual recurring cost, unlike stamp duty which is one-off
Disclaimer
This calculator provides estimates for general information purposes only. Results should not be relied upon as professional financial, tax, or legal advice. Tax rates and thresholds are based on publicly available ATO data and may change. Always consult a qualified tax agent or financial adviser for advice specific to your circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my home subject to land tax?
How is land tax different from stamp duty?
What is Land Tax?
Land tax is an annual state government tax on the total value of land you own, excluding your principal place of residence. Each state sets its own thresholds and rates, and land tax applies mainly to investment properties.
How this calculator works
Use this stamp duty and property cost calculator to compare state-by-state costs. Unlike stamp duty (a one-off payment on purchase), land tax is an ongoing annual cost. Your principal residence is generally exempt. Land values are assessed annually by the state Valuer General. Thresholds range from about $250,000 to $750,000 depending on the state — below the threshold, no land tax is payable. Above it, rates typically range from 0.5% to 2.5% on the land value (not the property value). Owning multiple investment properties means land values are aggregated, potentially pushing you into higher tax brackets.
All calculations are performed in your browser — your data never leaves your device. Results are for general guidance only and should not be considered professional financial advice.
Built and maintained by Konstantin Iakovlev. Data sourced from the ATO and official Australian government sources.