Salt Lake County, Utah Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Utah. Population: 279,101.
The median annual property tax in Salt Lake County is $2,726, which is 50% higher than the Utah state average and 42% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $484,500. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,726
+50% vs State
+42% vs US
Median Home Value
$484,500
+28% vs State
+129% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
+12% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,704
$225/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,784
$232/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 | $2,726 +5.3% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $2,590 +9.5% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $2,365 +8.0% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $2,190 +8.0% | 0.65% |
| 2019 | $2,028 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,658
per year
Monthly Tax
$227
per month
Other Counties in Utah
Cache County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 0.49%
Emery County
Tax: $1,151/yr Rate: 0.58%
Sanpete County
Tax: $1,536/yr Rate: 0.51%
Morgan County
Tax: $3,264/yr Rate: 0.54%
Piute County
Tax: $1,014/yr Rate: 0.43%
Daggett County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 0.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Salt Lake County, Utah? ▼
The median annual property tax in Salt Lake County is $2,726 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $484,500.
How does Salt Lake County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Salt Lake County are 42% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Salt Lake County? ▼
In Salt Lake County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,704 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,784. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Salt Lake County? ▼
Property taxes in Salt Lake County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $94,658. 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.