How do our rates compare to other Councils?

You might be surprised to learn that our rates are actually quite close to the state average. In fact, compared to many other large rural councils (which is the group we benchmark against), our rates are lower than average.

Average per property

• Mitchell's average rates and charges per property are $1958, compared to the state average of $1819. The highest in the state was $2610 and the lowest in the state was $1259.

Average per head

• Mitchell's average rates and charges per head are $885, compared to the state average of $867. The highest in the state was $2108 and the lowest in the state was $579.

Source: Municipal Association of Victoria's 2015 rates survey