Wayne County, Utah Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Utah. Population: 822.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $1,274, which is 30% lower than the Utah state average and 34% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $364,800. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,274
-30% vs State
-34% vs US
Median Home Value
$364,800
-3% vs State
+72% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.35%
-30% vs State
-63% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,469
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,126
$94/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 | $1,274 +5.5% | 0.35% |
| 2022 | $1,208 +4.5% | 0.38% |
| 2021 | $1,156 +9.0% | 0.46% |
| 2020 | $1,061 +22.2% | 0.46% |
| 2019 | $868 | 0.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,074
per year
Monthly Tax
$106
per month
Other Counties in Utah
Millard County
Tax: $1,319/yr Rate: 0.54%
Weber County
Tax: $2,415/yr Rate: 0.62%
Emery County
Tax: $1,151/yr Rate: 0.58%
Duchesne County
Tax: $1,611/yr Rate: 0.64%
Wasatch County
Tax: $3,230/yr Rate: 0.45%
San Juan County
Tax: $1,603/yr Rate: 0.84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Utah? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $1,274 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.35% on a median home value of $364,800.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 34% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,469 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,126. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $70,074. 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.