Utah property tax: Census indicators
The 2020-2024 American Community Survey reports median yearly real estate taxes of $2,525 and median home value of $489,400 for owner-occupied homes in Utah. Their ratio is 0.52 %, 45 % below the national ratio.
Historical Census medians in Utah
| Owner-occupied housing measure | 2020-2024 ACS |
|---|---|
| Median yearly real estate taxes paid | $2,525 |
| Median home value | $489,400 |
| Ratio of the two medians | 0.52 % |
This table describes survey respondents, not tax on a purchase price. Use an assessor-confirmed yearly bill or estimate in the rental property calculator or cap rate calculator.
Utah Census property tax indicators by county
29 counties, highest ratio first. Highest: San Juan County (0.80 %). Lowest: Rich County (0.26 %).
| County | Census ratio | Median tax | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan County | 0.80 % | $1,788 | $224,200 |
| Emery County | 0.62 % | $1,350 | $218,700 |
| Carbon County | 0.61 % | $1,394 | $228,500 |
| Duchesne County | 0.61 % | $1,742 | $283,700 |
| Weber County | 0.60 % | $2,557 | $426,700 |
| Tooele County | 0.57 % | $2,460 | $431,600 |
| Salt Lake County | 0.54 % | $2,836 | $525,700 |
| Sevier County | 0.54 % | $1,683 | $311,200 |
| Davis County | 0.53 % | $2,665 | $505,500 |
| Morgan County | 0.52 % | $3,411 | $654,900 |
| Millard County | 0.51 % | $1,454 | $284,700 |
| Uintah County | 0.51 % | $1,523 | $298,600 |
| Box Elder County | 0.49 % | $1,966 | $403,600 |
| Sanpete County | 0.47 % | $1,619 | $347,200 |
| Daggett County | 0.46 % | $1,304 | $282,300 |
| Wasatch County | 0.46 % | $3,624 | $787,300 |
| Cache County | 0.45 % | $2,011 | $444,400 |
| Juab County | 0.45 % | $1,914 | $425,400 |
| Utah County | 0.44 % | $2,370 | $538,700 |
| Washington County | 0.42 % | $2,158 | $510,700 |
| Grand County | 0.41 % | $2,215 | $538,700 |
| Iron County | 0.41 % | $1,558 | $379,000 |
| Beaver County | 0.40 % | $1,142 | $283,700 |
| Kane County | 0.40 % | $1,630 | $410,900 |
| Garfield County | 0.35 % | $1,127 | $318,100 |
| Piute County | 0.35 % | $939 | $264,800 |
| Summit County | 0.35 % | $3,701 | $1,067,700 |
| Wayne County | 0.34 % | $1,394 | $411,800 |
| Rich County | 0.26 % | $859 | $334,600 |
Questions
What does the Utah Census property tax indicator mean?
It is 0.52 %: median yearly real estate taxes ($2,525) divided by median home value ($489,400) for owner-occupied homes in the 2020-2024 ACS. It is 45 % below the national ratio and ranks 42nd among the 50 states and DC. It is not a current tax rate.
Which county in Utah has the highest Census ratio?
San Juan County, at 0.80 % (median bill $1,788). The lowest is Rich County, at 0.26 %. These are ratios of survey medians, not applicable county tax rates.
Can this predict tax on a $300,000 rental in Utah?
No. A ratio of two survey medians is not a parcel tax rate or the median of individual rates. Ask the property assessor or tax collector for an assessment using the property address, purchase circumstances, exemptions and local levies.
About the data
Census indicator = median real estate taxes paid / median home value for owner-occupied homes. The ratio of two medians is not the median of individual property tax rates. The 2020-2024 survey is historical, excludes rental housing from these measures and carries sampling uncertainty, especially in small counties. It does not provide current levies, reassessment values or a bill for a specific parcel.
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Last updated November 7, 2026.