Rate Breakdown

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

How Property Tax Works in Goshen County

Property taxes in Goshen County are calculated based on the assessed value of your property and the current mill levy (tax rate). The Goshen County Assessor's Office determines the assessed value by evaluating the market value of your property, then applying the state-mandated assessment ratio:

• Residential Property: Assessed at 9.5% of market value.
• Commercial/Industrial Property: Assessed at 11.5% of market value.
• Agricultural Land: Assessed based on productivity value, not market value.

The mill levy is set annually by local taxing entities (e.g., school districts, county government). One mill equals $1 of tax per $1,000 of assessed value. For example, a home with a $200,000 market value would have an assessed value of $19,000 (9.5%). If the mill levy is 70 mills, the annual tax would be $1,330 ($19,000 × 0.070).

Available Exemptions

Wyoming offers several property tax exemptions to qualifying residents. Applications must be filed with the Goshen County Assessor's Office by the deadline (typically April 1):

• Homestead Exemption: Reduces taxable value by up to $3,000 for primary residences.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Available to homeowners aged 65+ with income below specified limits. Exempts up to half of the property's assessed value.
• Veteran Exemption: Veterans with a service-connected disability may qualify for partial or full exemptions based on disability rating.
• Disability Exemption: Individuals with permanent disabilities may qualify for reductions similar to the senior exemption.

Documentation (e.g., proof of age, income, or disability status) is required for approval.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Goshen County are due annually and can be paid in two installments:

• First Half: Due November 10.
• Second Half: Due May 10 of the following year.

Payments made after the deadline incur a 10% penalty plus 1% monthly interest. If taxes remain unpaid for three years, the property may enter a tax lien sale. Payment methods include online, mail, or in-person at the Goshen County Treasurer's Office.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property's assessed value is incorrect, you may appeal to the Goshen County Board of Equalization:

• Step 1: File a written appeal within 30 days of receiving your assessment notice (typically mailed by early April).
• Step 2: Provide evidence supporting your claim, such as recent comparable sales or an independent appraisal.
• Step 3: Attend a hearing to present your case. The board will issue a decision, which can be further appealed to the State Board of Equalization if necessary.

Deadlines are strict, so act promptly. Contact the Goshen County Assessor's Office for assistance with the appeals process.