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Vancouver Property Tax Calculator 2023

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Vancouver Property Tax Update

According to the budget outlook report presented to the Vancouver City Council in June 2023, the property taxes in Vancouver could steadily increase by 9% every year from 2024 -2028. The city staff said that Vancouver city’s budget is facing “extraordinary fiscal pressures” due to various factors such as inflation, supply chain and labour market. The city’s capital expenditure was estimated to be $730 million a year for 2024 - 2028.

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The City of Vancouver is located in the Metro Vancouver Regional District and is home to over 662K residents. The population of Vancouver increased by 4.9% from 2016 to 2021. Vancouver’s real estate market is the most expensive real estate market in Canada, with the prices of average homes being over $1 million. This is evident from the benchmark prices observed in August 2023, where the benchmark price of a home in Vancouver East was $1.24M, and that in Vancouver West was $1.35M. The home prices in Vancouver East have increased by 102% from August 2013 to August 2023, while that in Vancouver West increased by 49% in the same time period. This means that Vancouver East was much more affordable than Vancouver West 10 years ago, but the home prices in both areas are in a comparable range now. Vancouver property tax rates are the 6th lowest property tax rates in BC for municipalities with a population greater than 10K.

Vancouver property tax is based on the assessed value of your home. Every year, the BC Assessment conducts an evaluation of properties all over British Columbia. This assessed value can differ significantly from the market value of your property.Your final property tax amount is calculated by multiplying the Vancouver final property tax rate for the year by the BC Assessment value.

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You can calculate your property tax using either your home's assessed value or your home's most recent market price. Just enter the price and type of your property, and we will give you an instant property tax estimate.

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BC Assessment Value of the Property
2023 Property Tax Value
$1,3901.39k
2023 Residential Property Tax Rate
0.278070 %

2023 Tax rates for Cities Near Vancouver

City Final Tax Rate
North Vancouver0.280539 %
Burnaby0.272340 %
Richmond0.291046 %
New Westminster0.388587 %
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Vancouver Property Taxes

If you own or lease property or mobile homes in BC, you will be subject to paying property tax annually. The tax, paid to the municipality with rates varying based on the municipality you are in, is responsible for funding services such as police and fire protection, garbage collection, schools, and hospitals.

At the beginning of the year, you will receive a property assessment notice informing you of the property value as of July 1st of last year. You will then receive a tax notice that calculates how much tax you owe based on the assessed value, and it will then be your responsibility to pay the amount to the municipal office before the deadline.

The amount of property tax and its rates are based on how much funding is needed to provide services for the year; for example, if your community decides to start a new service, the higher cost may be reflected in your taxes. The amount also depends on other factors such as property classification and location.

Generally, your tax will consist of a Municipal Tax as determined by your municipality and a School Tax determined by the number of residences and their values in your district.

Residential Property Tax Rate for Vancouver from 2010 to 2023
YearMunicipal RateEducational RateFinal Tax Rate
20230.163321%0.084419%0.278070%
20220.153131%0.084961%0.269293%
20210.160152%0.096520%0.292065%
20200.158076%0.099877%0.292568%
20190.133572%0.091773%0.256116%
20180.124393%0.092146%0.246826%
20170.126093%0.098007%0.255489%
20160.156168%0.120582%0.316567%
20150.177001%0.133008%0.353535%
20140.184728%0.137943%0.367794%
20130.189502%0.143366%0.379347%
20120.202002%0.153487%0.405077%
20110.212815%0.154202%0.417998%
20100.214861%0.155095%0.421377%
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Vancouver Property Tax Department Information

For any questions or inquiries about your property tax rate or property tax bill, you can reach out to the city of Vancouver's property tax department through the following methods:

Phone number
604-873-7000
Contact Form
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Vancouver Empty Home Tax Calculator 2020

Canadian citizens or PR
Your estimated empty home tax is...
$17,50018k

How is my empty home tax calculated?

$15,00015k
City empty home tax (3%)
$2,5002.50k
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$17,500
Total empty home tax
Vancouver at a Glance
ProvinceBritish Columbia
Settled Year1827
Established Year1870
Incorporated Year 1886
Population 662,248
City Area114.97 km 2 (44.39 sq mi)
Official WebsiteVancouver Official Website

Property Taxes in B.C. for a $500K B.C. Assessed Value Home*

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Assessed Value of a Property

Every year, your property will be assessed by BC Assessment to determine its value, classification, and any exemptions it may be applicable for. The aspects used for the assessment include location, size, shape, usage, and age. Each year, the value of your property may increase or decrease depending on factors such as changes to its classification, market fluctuations, and renovations. If there are issues with the assessment, you may contact BC Assessment or have an independent appeal to the Property Assessment Review Panel (PARP).

Homeowners may find that the assessed value of their property differs significantly from its market price. There is also no way to retrieve and compare the assessed value of other properties.

Property Taxes in B.C. for a $500K Fair Market Value Detached Home*

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How We Calculate Your Property Tax

If you entered your home's Provinical Assessment value, we calculate your property tax by multiplying your Assessment value by Vancouver's final property tax rate.Vancouver Property Tax vs Asking Price

With the steep rise in Vancouver property taxes upcoming, many Vancouver homeowners are finding ways to lower their home expenses. One of the best ways to potentially save thousands of dollars is to decrease your mortgage rate. Take a look at low Vancouver mortgage rates to learn more.

This calculator is provided for general information purposes only. This calculation may not include any special charges, levies or fees. Results are approximations only. For official and the most up-to-date information, please see your porerty tax bill or contact the relevant taxation authority of your region.