The municipal property tax (IPTU) in Piracicaba will see an average hike of 21.5% in 2026, while other nearby cities report smaller adjustments around 4%.
The municipality of Piracicaba in São Paulo has announced that the municipal property tax (IPTU) for the year 2026 will see a significant increase of 21.5% on average. This information was confirmed by the local government and has sparked discussions among residents regarding the implications of such a rise in tax. In contrast, an investigation by G1 into surrounding municipalities indicates that most of these areas are forecasting much lower increases, averaging around 4%.
In towns like Limeira, Iracemápolis, Nova Odessa, and Capivari, the IPTU rate will increase by approximately 4.46%, referencing the IPCA index, which is a common measure of inflation in Brazil. Other municipalities, such as Ipeúna and Cordeirópolis, are planning to implement smaller adjustments of 3.78% and 4.68%, respectively. These varying rates of increase highlight a disparity in tax policies among neighboring towns in the region, which could lead to discussions about economic equity and governance.
Moreover, cities like Águas de São Pedro and Mombuca have decided to keep their IPTU rates unchanged for 2026, positioning themselves as more tax-friendly compared to their counterparts in the region. The substantial increase in Piracicaba's IPTU raises questions about the local budget management and the impact on residents' financial well-being as the region navigates inflation and economic pressures in the coming years.
