Garfield County, Utah Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Utah. Population: 1,490.
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,087, which is 40% lower than the Utah state average and 43% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $285,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,087
-40% vs State
-43% vs US
Median Home Value
$285,800
-24% vs State
+35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.38%
-24% vs State
-60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,176
$98/mo
Without Mortgage
$968
$81/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 | $1,087 +15.1% | 0.38% |
| 2022 | $944 +4.0% | 0.40% |
| 2021 | $908 +4.8% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $866 +0.5% | 0.47% |
| 2019 | $862 | 0.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,688
per year
Monthly Tax
$91
per month
Other Counties in Utah
Morgan County
Tax: $3,264/yr Rate: 0.54%
Piute County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.43%
Davis County
Tax: $2,546/yr Rate: 0.54%
Sevier County
Tax: $1,513/yr Rate: 0.55%
Box Elder County
Tax: $1,828/yr Rate: 0.51%
Sanpete County
Tax: $1,536/yr Rate: 0.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garfield County, Utah? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,087 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.38% on a median home value of $285,800.
How does Garfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County are 43% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
In Garfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,176 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $968. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $61,688. 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.