City of Gold Coast rates 2026-27
owner-occupied principal place of residence
The minimum residential general rate in the City of Gold Coast area for 2026-27 is $1,359 a year, up 4.7% ($61) on the $1,298 charged in 2025-26. That's 5% below the QLD median of $1,436.
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Where council rates sit in a typical City of Gold Coast running cost
Last updated July 2026 · source: City of Gold Coast 2026-27 budget / revenue statement
2025-26 vs 2026-27
| Year | Minimum residential rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | $1,298 | N/A |
| 2026-27 | $1,359 | +$61 (+4.7%) |
How City of Gold Coast compares to nearby councils
| Council | Residential rate | vs City of Gold Coast |
|---|---|---|
| City of Gold Coast (this council) | $1,359 | n/a |
| Scenic Rim Regional Council | $1,376 | +$17 |
| Redland City Council | $1,436 | +$77 |
| Brisbane City Council | $1,579 | +$220 |
| Logan City Council | $1,816 | +$457 |
Across QLD, the median minimum residential rate is $1,436. City of Gold Coast is 5% below the QLD median of $1,436. These are minimum rates. The figure most owner-occupiers pay is higher, scaled to their land value.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum council rate in City of Gold Coast for 2026-27?
The minimum residential general rate for an owner-occupied home in the City of Gold Coast area is $1,359 a year for 2026-27, up 4.7% on 2025-26. Homes on higher land values pay more, calculated as a rate in the dollar above this minimum.
How do City of Gold Coast rates compare to nearby councils?
City of Gold Coast's minimum residential rate of $1,359 is 5% below the QLD median of $1,436. Nearby, Logan City Council charges $1,816 and Redland City Council charges $1,436.
Why do council rates vary between suburbs in the same council?
The minimum rate is the same across a council area, but most properties pay more than the minimum: the rate is a set number of cents per dollar of land value, so a suburb with higher land values pays higher rates for the same council.
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