How are Auckland rates calculated?

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How is the total decided?

Each year Auckland Council works out what it will cost to deliver its Annual Plan, and that sets the total rates requirement. Rating valuations are then used to share that total between properties; they are not used to decide how much the council collects overall. (Auckland Council (OurAuckland))

What charges make up a rates bill?

• Uniform Annual General Charge (UAGC): a fixed charge on every separately used or inhabited part of a property, so a home with a minor dwelling pays two. (Auckland Council)
• General rate: based on the property's capital value, how it is used (residential, business, farm, short-term accommodation) and whether it is in an urban or rural location. (Auckland Council)
• Targeted rates: charges for specific services or projects, such as the Water Quality, Natural Environment and Climate Action Transport targeted rates and waste management charges. (Auckland Council (OurAuckland))

What does this mean for 2026/27?

The Annual Plan 2026/2027 confirmed a 7.9% rates increase for the average-value residential property ($1.28 million capital value), from $4,057 to $4,378 a year. (Auckland Council (OurAuckland)) For more detail on this year's bill, see Auckland rates explained. For the 4% cap, see the rates cap explained.

Frequently asked questions

Does a higher property value mean higher rates?

It means a larger share of the total, if your value is higher relative to other properties. (Auckland Council (OurAuckland))

What is a targeted rate?

See What are targeted rates on my Auckland rates bill?.

How often are properties revalued?

Every three years. The next revaluation will influence 2028/2029 rates. (Auckland Council (OurAuckland))

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