Australia Stamp Duty by State
Estimate the stamp duty (transfer duty) on a property purchase in any Australian state or territory for 2026-27, and compare all eight jurisdictions.
What is this tool?
Stamp duty (called transfer duty or conveyance duty in some states) is a state government tax on property purchases. Each state sets its own scale, and first-home buyers, pensioners and some others often get concessions or exemptions. This tool gives an indicative estimate for a general purchaser and compares all eight jurisdictions.How it works
Choose your state and enter the property price. The tool shows the estimated duty, the effective rate and a comparison across all states.Indicative estimate — read this first
This calculator applies each state’s standard (non-concessional) transfer duty scale for 2026-27 to a property price, and compares the eight jurisdictions. It does not include first-home-buyer, pensioner, off-the-plan or downsizer concessions, the foreign-purchaser surcharge, or land tax — these can greatly reduce or increase the amount. Always confirm the exact figure with the relevant state revenue office or your conveyancer.
Standard duty by state at $750,000
How the same $750,000 purchase would be dutied across the eight jurisdictions on each state’s standard scale (no concessions):
| State / territory | Standard duty |
|---|---|
| NSW — New South Wales | $27,937.00 |
| VIC — Victoria | $40,070.00 |
| QLD — Queensland | $26,775.00 |
| WA — Western Australia | $29,740.50 |
| SA — South Australia | $35,080.00 |
| TAS — Tasmania | $28,935.00 |
| ACT — Australian Capital Territory | $22,200.00 |
| NT — Northern Territory | $37,125.00 |
Standard duty at $500,000 and $750,000 (2026-27)
Reference points on each state’s standard scale, sourced from the state revenue offices. Actual duty may differ with concessions and the exact scale.
| State | Duty at $500,000 | Duty at $750,000 |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | $16,687.00 | $27,937.00 |
| VIC | $25,070.00 | $40,070.00 |
| QLD | $15,925.00 | $26,775.00 |
| WA | $17,765.00 | $29,740.50 |
| SA | $21,330.00 | $35,080.00 |
| TAS | $18,247.50 | $28,935.00 |
| ACT | $11,400.00 | $22,200.00 |
| NT | $23,928.60 | $37,125.00 |
How to use
- Choose a state.
- Enter the property price.
- Press Calculate for the estimate and comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the exact duty?
No. This is an indicative estimate for a general purchaser using each state’s standard 2026-27 transfer duty scale. First-home, pensioner, off-the-plan and other concessions can significantly reduce or remove the duty, so confirm the exact figure with your state revenue office or conveyancer.
Why does it differ by state?
Each state and territory sets its own scale and thresholds, so the same property can owe very different duty depending on location.
Are there other property taxes?
Yes — land tax, foreign-purchaser surcharges and (in some states) an annual property-tax alternative may also apply.
This tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Consult a qualified financial professional for advice specific to your situation.
Tips & Advice
First-home buyers can often avoid most or all duty (e.g. NSW exempt to $800k, VIC to $600k). Enter a price near those limits to see how large the concession can be — and confirm with your state revenue office.Related Tools
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Sources & References
Last reviewed: September 2026.
- Revenue NSW – Transfer duty.
- State Revenue Office Victoria – Land transfer duty.
- Queensland Revenue Office – Transfer duty.
- RevenueWA – Transfer duty.
Limitations
Uses published 2026-27 transfer duty scales for an owner-occupier buying a standard residential property, with no first-home concession, off-the-plan concession or foreign purchaser additional duty. Several states index their brackets annually and some charge different scales for different property types. It does not model land tax, mortgage registration fees, or the additional duty on discretionary trusts and foreign persons. Confirm the exact amount with the relevant state revenue office.