Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Tooele County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Tooele County

Property taxes in Tooele County are calculated based on the assessed value of your property and the applicable tax rates (millage rates). The Tooele County Assessor's Office determines the assessed value by evaluating market conditions, property characteristics, and recent sales data. Utah law requires that residential properties be assessed at 55% of their fair market value.

• Millage Rates: Tax rates are set by local taxing entities (e.g., school districts, cities, and the county) and are applied per $1,000 of assessed value.
• Tax Calculation: Multiply your property's assessed value by the combined millage rates to estimate your annual tax liability.

Available Exemptions

Tooele County offers several exemptions that can reduce your property tax burden:

• Primary Residence (Homestead) Exemption: Provides a partial exemption for owner-occupied primary residences.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Available to homeowners aged 65+ with income limits; reduces taxable value by up to $1,065.
• Disabled Veteran Exemption: Veterans with a service-connected disability of 10% or more may qualify for a reduction in taxable value.
• Indigent Abatement: Low-income homeowners may apply for additional relief through the county.

Applications for exemptions must be submitted to the Tooele County Assessor's Office by the annual deadline.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Tooele County property taxes are due annually, with the following key dates:

• November 1: Tax notices are mailed.
• November 30: Deadline to pay in full for a 2.5% discount.
• December 31: Final deadline to avoid late penalties.

Late payments incur a 1.5% monthly penalty (up to 12%). Partial payments are accepted, but unpaid balances accrue interest. Taxpayers may also request a payment plan through the Tooele County Treasurer's Office.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property's assessed value is incorrect, you can appeal the assessment:

• Step 1: Contact the Tooele County Assessor's Office to discuss your valuation.
• Step 2: File a formal appeal with the Tooele County Board of Equalization (BOE) by September 15 (or within 45 days of notice, whichever is later).
• Step 3: Present evidence (e.g., recent appraisals, comparable sales) at your BOE hearing.

If unsatisfied with the BOE's decision, you may appeal further to the Utah State Tax Commission.