Emery County, Utah Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Utah. Population: 2,727.
The median annual property tax in Emery County is $1,151, which is 37% lower than the Utah state average and 40% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $197,100. Property taxes represent 1.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,151
-37% vs State
-40% vs US
Median Home Value
$197,100
-48% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
+16% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,251
$104/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,010
$84/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,151 +12.7% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $1,021 +5.0% | 0.61% |
| 2021 | $972 +4.9% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $927 -0.6% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $933 | 0.67% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,956
per year
Monthly Tax
$96
per month
Other Counties in Utah
Utah County
Tax: $2,234/yr Rate: 0.46%
Rich County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.29%
Wasatch County
Tax: $3,230/yr Rate: 0.45%
Millard County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.54%
Sevier County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 0.55%
Box Elder County
Tax: $1,828/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Emery County, Utah? ▼
The median annual property tax in Emery County is $1,151 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $197,100.
How does Emery County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Emery County are 40% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Emery County? ▼
In Emery County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,251 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,010. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Emery County? ▼
Property taxes in Emery County represent approximately 1.6% of the median household income of $69,956. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.