Rate Breakdown

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

How Property Tax Works in Uintah County

Property taxes in Uintah County are calculated based on the assessed value of your property and the applicable tax rates (millage rates). Here's how the process works:

• Assessment: The Uintah County Assessor's Office determines the fair market value of your property as of January 1 each year. This value is then adjusted by an assessment ratio (55% for residential properties).
• Millage Rates: Taxing entities (school districts, municipalities, etc.) set millage rates, which are applied to the assessed value. One mill equals $1 per $1,000 of assessed value.
• Calculation: Your tax bill is calculated as: (Assessed Value ÷ 1,000) × Total Mill Rate.

Tax rates vary depending on location within the county, as different areas may have overlapping tax districts.

Available Exemptions

Uintah County offers several property tax exemptions to eligible homeowners:

• Primary Residence (Homestead) Exemption: Reduces the taxable value of a primary residence by up to 45% of its fair market value, capped at $1,980 in savings.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Available to homeowners aged 65+ with income below $37,813 (2024 threshold). This exemption provides additional reductions.
• Disabled Veteran Exemption: Veterans with a service-connected disability of 10% or more may qualify for partial or full exemptions.
• Indigent Abatement: Low-income homeowners may apply for tax relief based on financial hardship.

Applications for exemptions must be filed with the Uintah County Assessor by September 1.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Uintah County property taxes are due annually, with the following payment options:

• Full Payment Deadline: November 30. Payments made after this date incur a 1.5% monthly penalty.
• Installment Plan: Taxes may be paid in two installments—half by November 30 and the remaining half by May 31 of the following year.
• Late Payments: Delinquent taxes accrue interest and may result in a tax lien or eventual auction of the property.

Payments can be made online, by mail, or in person at the Uintah 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 Uintah County Assessor's Office to discuss your valuation informally.
• Step 2: If unresolved, file a formal appeal with the Uintah County Board of Equalization by September 15 (or within 30 days of receiving your notice, whichever is later).
• Step 3: Provide supporting evidence, such as recent appraisals or comparable property values.
• Step 4: If still dissatisfied, you may appeal to the Utah State Tax Commission.

Appeals must be based on factual errors in valuation, not disagreement with tax rates.