Stamp duty (transfer duty) on property purchases is levied by state governments. Rates and thresholds vary significantly. NSW and VIC have the highest stamp duty; NT has the lowest.
| State | Typical Rate Range | Example |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales (NSW) | 3.8–5.5% | Transfer duty. Example: on $800K home ≈ $31,335 |
| Victoria (VIC) | 4.6–5.5% | Land transfer duty. Example: on $800K home ≈ $43,070 |
| Queensland (QLD) | 3.5–4.5% | Transfer duty. Example: on $800K home ≈ $29,525 |
| Western Australia (WA) | 4–5.15% | Transfer duty. Example: on $800K home ≈ $33,435 |
| South Australia (SA) | 3.5–4.5% | Stamp duty (conveyance). Example: on $800K home ≈ $33,830 |
| Tasmania (TAS) | 3.5–4.5% | Stamp duty. Example: on $800K home ≈ $31,584 |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | 3.5–6% | Conveyance duty. ACT is transitioning to rates-based system. |
| Northern Territory (NT) | 3–4% | Stamp duty. Example: on $800K home ≈ $26,000 |