Wasatch County, Utah Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Utah. Population: 9,457.
The median annual property tax in Wasatch County is $3,230, which is 78% higher than the Utah state average and 68% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $724,400. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,230
+78% vs State
+68% vs US
Median Home Value
$724,400
+92% vs State
+242% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.45%
-10% vs State
-53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,220
$268/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,249
$271/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 | $3,230 +8.1% | 0.45% |
| 2022 | $2,989 +17.2% | 0.48% |
| 2021 | $2,551 +10.2% | 0.52% |
| 2020 | $2,314 +7.0% | 0.51% |
| 2019 | $2,162 | 0.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$115,146
per year
Monthly Tax
$269
per month
Other Counties in Utah
Daggett County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 0.48%
San Juan County
Tax: $1,603/yr Rate: 0.84%
Rich County
Tax: $846/yr Rate: 0.29%
Tooele County
Tax: $2,303/yr Rate: 0.59%
Box Elder County
Tax: $1,828/yr Rate: 0.51%
Cache County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 0.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wasatch County, Utah? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wasatch County is $3,230 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.45% on a median home value of $724,400.
How does Wasatch County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wasatch County are 68% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wasatch County? ▼
In Wasatch County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,220 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,249. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wasatch County? ▼
Property taxes in Wasatch County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $115,146. 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.