Confirmed residential mill rates for the Nova Scotia municipalities we track, how the province's assessment and tax-class system works, key dates, and how each city compares.
The Property Valuation Services Corporation assesses every Nova Scotia property at market value, and the Capped Assessment Program limits the yearly taxable increase on eligible owner-occupied homes.
Confirmed residential mill rates, lowest to highest. The percentage is the rate as a share of assessed value. Linked cities have a full breakdown, 10-year trend, and a forward projection.
| City | Mill rate | % of value | YoY | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax | 11.15 | 1.11% | — | 2025 |
Rates with a year badge are confirmed for that year; others reflect the most recent confirmed bylaw, updated as municipalities finalize new rates. We currently track Halifax; more Nova Scotia municipalities will be added over time. Always verify with the municipality before making financial decisions.
Assessment and payment timing is set locally, but the Nova Scotia cycle generally follows this pattern.
| When | What happens |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 (prior yr) | Valuation date — Value reflects market conditions as of January 1 of the prior year; physical state as of December 1. |
| Mid-January | Assessment notices mailed — PVSC mails notices to all owners in January (Jan 12 in 2026). |
| 31 days from notice | Assessment appeal deadline — Your appeal must reach PVSC within 31 days of the notice date (Feb 12 for the 2026 roll). The exact date is on your notice. |
| Varies | Property tax due — Billed by your municipality, often in instalments. |
See the full breakdown on the Key Dates page.
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Data reflects confirmed municipal tax bylaws; 2026 rates are added as each municipality finalizes them. Always verify current rates with the relevant municipality before making financial decisions. MillRate.ca aggregates publicly available municipal property tax rates for information only and is not affiliated with any municipality or assessment authority.