Red Deer property tax
Answer
The 2026 residential property tax rate in Red Deer is 9.7289 mills (0.9729% of assessed value), down 1.7% from 2025. On a home assessed at $500,000 that is about $4,864 a year.
- Total residential rate, 2026
- 0.9729%
- 9.7289 mills
- Change from 2025
- −1.7%
- Change in the total rate
- Rank in Alberta
- 5 of 14
- Highest total rate = 1, among cities we cover
- Tax on $500,000
- $4,864
- Example value, before credits
Red Deer property tax calculator
Estimate, 2026 residential rates
Where your Red Deer property tax goes
2026 residential rate by component
| Component | Type | Rate (mills) | % of value | Share of total | On $500,000 | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Red Deer municipal (Single Family Residential) | Municipal | 7.0566 | 0.7057% | 72.5% | $3,528 | 1 |
| Education (provincial education property tax requisition) | Education | 2.6428 | 0.2643% | 27.2% | $1,321 | 1 |
| Management Bodies (Bridges Community Living seniors lodge requisition) | Other levies | 0.0295 | 0.0029% | 0.3% | $15 | 1 |
| Total | 9.7289 | 0.9729% | 100% | $4,864 |
Bylaw 3740/2026, Schedule A, Single Family Residential sub-class. The bylaw states rates as decimal fractions of assessed value (municipal 0.0070566, education 0.0026428, management bodies 0.0000295); shown here in mills (x 1000, no rounding). The bylaw publishes no combined total. Single Family Residential covers parcels with up to three dwelling units, condominium units, homes with basement suites and designated manufactured homes; Multiple Family Residential (more than three units) has a different municipal rate. The Designated Industrial Property requisition applies only to non-residential designated industrial property. Bylaw 3740/2026 was given three readings and signed April 14, 2026. Single Family Residential municipal levy $96,977,622; education levy $36,313,555.
Rates as published for the residential class. Bills can also include fixed charges, local improvement levies and utility fees that are not based on assessed value.
Red Deer property tax rate history
2022–2026
- 2022
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
- 2026
| Year | Total rate | % of value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 9.9188 mills | 0.9919% | — |
| 2023 | 9.8194 mills | 0.9819% | −1.0% |
| 2024 | 9.8613 mills | 0.9861% | +0.4% |
| 2025 | 9.8971 mills | 0.9897% | +0.4% |
| 2026 | 9.7289 mills | 0.9729% | −1.7% |
| Component | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Red Deer municipal (Single Family Residential) | 7.2187 | 7.2877 | 7.345 | 7.3649 | 7.0566 |
| Education (provincial education property tax requisition) | 2.6475 | 2.4913 | 2.4755 | 2.5075 | 2.6428 |
| Management Bodies (Bridges Community Living seniors lodge requisition) | 0.0526 | 0.0404 | 0.0408 | 0.0247 | 0.0295 |
Red Deer compared with other Alberta cities
Compare two citiesRed Deer's total residential rate of 0.9729% is above the 0.8569% average of the 14 Alberta municipalities we cover. A lower rate does not always mean a lower bill: tax = assessed value × rate, so cities with high home values often have lower rates.
| Municipality | Latest year | Total rate (% of value) | Tax on $500,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Deer | 2026 | 0.9729% | $4,864 |
| Strathcona County | 2026 | 0.7277% | $3,639 |
| Lethbridge | 2026 | 1.0502% | $5,251 |
| Airdrie | 2026 | 0.6884% | $3,442 |
| Wood Buffalo (Fort McMurray) | 2026 | 0.5126% | $2,563 |
| St. Albert | 2026 | 1.1077% | $5,538 |
| Grande Prairie | 2026 | 1.2166% | $6,083 |
Rates are the residential rates in each city's latest confirmed year. All Alberta municipalities · National rankings
When Red Deer property tax is due and how to look up your bill
2026 due dates
- June 30, 2026
One annual payment: property taxes are due the last business day of June (June 30, 2026), unless the account is on the Tax Instalment Plan (TIP). Tax notices for 2026 were sent May 20, 2026. TIP divides the annual bill into automatic monthly withdrawals on the last day of each month; the last day to apply is June 15 (registration after June applies to the next tax season); TIP renews automatically each January and TIP accounts are not subject to penalties.
Late payment: Current taxes: 7% on July 1 and 7% on September 1 (total 14%). Tax arrears: 7% on January 1 and 7% on July 1 (total 14%). $35 returned payment fee for dishonoured TIP payments.
Look up or pay your bill
Register for MyCity and add your tax account using the roll number and personal access code from your tax documents; MyCity shows your account balance, lets you view and print documents (including proof of payment), switch to e-billing and sign up for TIP.
Red Deer official property tax page
Online or telephone banking (payable to 'City of Red Deer – Taxes': add a new payee by searching 'Red Deer' and selecting 'Tax', with the 11-digit tax roll number as the account number); at a bank or financial institution with the remittance slip or roll number; in person at City Hall cashiers (cash, debit or cheque; Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.); by mail (cheque payable to The City of Red Deer, postmarked by June 30, to Red Deer City Hall, PO Box 5008, 4914 48 Avenue, Red Deer AB T4N 3T4); through a mortgage lender; or monthly through TIP. Credit cards are not accepted.
From Red Deer's official property tax pages (sources 6, 7, 9). Check your bill for the exact amounts and dates.
Your assessment in Red Deer
How assessment works in AlbertaAssessed by: City of Red Deer (Revenue & Assessment Services, municipal assessors). Valuation date used for 2026 taxes: July 1, 2025.
Assessments reflect market value as of July 1 of the year before taxation and physical condition as of December 31. 2026 assessment notices were mailed January 08, 2026 (also available in MyCity); property assessment appeals had to be received by the clerk of the Assessment Review Board by March 17, 2026. Questions: Revenue & Assessment Services 403-342-8235, [email protected].
Rebates, credits and programs in Red Deer
All Alberta programsThese programs are run by the city or the province. Eligibility is decided by the organization that runs each one; follow the links for the official rules.
Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
Eligible senior homeowners can voluntarily defer all or part of their residential property taxes. Information: alberta.ca or 1-877-644-9992. Run by Government of Alberta (referred to on the City's Payment Options page).
Tax Instalment Plan (TIP)
Pays the annual tax bill in automatic monthly withdrawals with no fees or penalties to enrol; apply in MyCity by June 15. Run by City of Red Deer.
Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
Alberta's Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program lets homeowners aged 65 or older defer all or part of their residential property taxes through a low-interest home equity loan from the province. The rate published on October 28, 2026 is 4.45% simple interest, and there is no income test.
Red Deer property tax FAQ
What is the property tax rate in Red Deer?
The total residential property tax rate in Red Deer for 2026 is 9.7289 mills, which is 0.9729% of assessed value. It is made up of City of Red Deer municipal (Single Family Residential) (7.0566 mills), Education (provincial education property tax requisition) (2.6428 mills), Management Bodies (Bridges Community Living seniors lodge requisition) (0.0295 mills).
How much property tax would I pay on a $500,000 home in Red Deer?
At the 2026 residential rate, a property assessed at $500,000 would pay about $4,864 a year before any grants, credits, fixed charges or local improvement levies. Your actual bill uses your own assessed value.
When are Red Deer property taxes due in 2026?
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 (the last business day of June), unless you are on the Tax Instalment Plan. A 7% penalty is added to unpaid current taxes on July 1 and another 7% on September 1.
What is the 2026 residential property tax rate in Red Deer?
Under Bylaw 3740/2026, the Single Family Residential rates are 0.0070566 (municipal), 0.0026428 (provincial education) and 0.0000295 (Bridges Community Living seniors lodge requisition), i.e. 7.0566 + 2.6428 + 0.0295 mills.
Can I pay Red Deer property taxes monthly?
Yes. The Tax Instalment Plan (TIP) withdraws monthly payments on the last day of each month; sign up through MyCity by June 15.
How do I appeal my Red Deer property assessment?
File an appeal with the Assessment Review Board; for 2026 it had to be received by the board clerk by March 17, 2026. 2026 assessments reflect market value as of July 1, 2025.
Can I pay Red Deer property taxes by credit card?
No. The City does not accept credit cards for tax payments.
Sources
Verified by a second check against these sources on October 28, 2026
- Bylaw No. 3740/2026 (2026 Tax Rate Bylaw), Schedule A, City of Red DeerTax year 2026 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- City of Red Deer Bylaw 3729/2025 (2025 Tax Rate Bylaw), Schedule A, as filed with Alberta Municipal Affairs, Government of Alberta, Municipal Affairs (bylaw of the City of Red Deer)Tax year 2025 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- City of Red Deer Bylaw 3704/2024 (2024 Tax Rate Bylaw), Schedule A, as filed with Alberta Municipal Affairs, Government of Alberta, Municipal Affairs (bylaw of the City of Red Deer)Tax year 2024 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- City of Red Deer Bylaw 3693/2023 (2023 Tax Rate Bylaw), Schedule A, as filed with Alberta Municipal Affairs, Government of Alberta, Municipal Affairs (bylaw of the City of Red Deer)Tax year 2023 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- City of Red Deer Bylaw 3682/2022 (2022 Tax Rate Bylaw), Schedule A, as filed with Alberta Municipal Affairs, Government of Alberta, Municipal Affairs (bylaw of the City of Red Deer)Tax year 2022 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- Your Property Tax / Understanding your Property Tax, City of Red DeerTax year 2026 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- Payment Options / Tax Instalment Plan (TIP) / Unpaid Taxes Information, City of Red DeerTax year 2026 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- Your Property Assessment, City of Red DeerTax year 2026 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
- 2026 Red Deer Property Tax Overview (brochure), City of Red DeerTax year 2026 · checked October 28, 2026 · copy archived
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