Utah County, Utah Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Utah. Population: 133,266.
The median annual property tax in Utah County is $2,234, which is 23% higher than the Utah state average and 16% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $489,200. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,234
+23% vs State
+16% vs US
Median Home Value
$489,200
+30% vs State
+131% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.46%
-8% vs State
-52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,232
$186/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,241
$187/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 | $2,234 +11.6% | 0.46% |
| 2022 | $2,002 +10.2% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $1,817 +6.4% | 0.49% |
| 2020 | $1,708 +4.9% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $1,628 | 0.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$96,877
per year
Monthly Tax
$186
per month
Other Counties in Utah
Cache County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 0.49%
Tooele County
Tax: $2,303/yr Rate: 0.59%
Millard County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.54%
Box Elder County
Tax: $1,828/yr Rate: 0.51%
Washington County
Tax: $2,076/yr Rate: 0.45%
Garfield County
Tax: $1,087/yr Rate: 0.38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Utah County, Utah? ▼
The median annual property tax in Utah County is $2,234 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.46% on a median home value of $489,200.
How does Utah County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Utah County are 16% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Utah County? ▼
In Utah County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,232 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,241. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Utah County? ▼
Property taxes in Utah County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $96,877. 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.