Washington County Property Taxes

Washington County, Utah

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

14.4% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$173/mo escrow

#11 of 29 counties in Utah

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.45%

vs. Utah Avg14.4% above
vs. National Avg22.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$465,600

State avg $377,586

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,023

$169/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,158

$180/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#11

of 29 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Washington County, Utah

Washington County taxes significantly below U.S. average

Washington County's effective rate of 0.446% ranks among the nation's lowest-taxed counties, far below the 0.92% national median. At $2,076 annually, the median property tax is 23% cheaper than the national median of $2,690.

Third-lowest rate in Utah

Washington County ties with Wasatch at 0.446%, ranking third-lowest among Utah's 29 counties. This rate trails the state average of 0.498% by 0.052 percentage points, saving homeowners hundreds annually.

Equal to Wasatch, beats Weber decisively

Washington and Wasatch counties both charge 0.446%, making them the region's tax leaders. Weber County's 0.621% rate would cost Washington homeowners an extra $339 per year on a typical property.

Median home brings modest tax bill

A typical Washington County home valued at $465,600 carries an annual property tax of $2,076. At $173 per month, this is one of the state's most affordable property tax burdens.

Appeal may reveal hidden savings

Many Washington County homeowners sit on assessments that don't reflect current market conditions. Request a free reassessment from your assessor—overages are common and entirely recoverable.

How Washington County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washington County$2,076
Utah State Average$1,815
National Average$1,924

Washington County

0.45%

Effective rate

Utah Avg

0.48%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washington County, Utah?
The effective property tax rate in Washington County, Utah is 0.45%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Washington County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washington County is $2,076. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,023, while those without a mortgage pay $2,158.
How does Washington County compare to the Utah average?
Washington County's effective tax rate of 0.45% is lower than the Utah state average of 0.48%. The median annual property tax in Washington County is $2,076, compared to the state average of $1,815.
What is the median home value in Washington County, Utah?
The median home value in Washington County, Utah is $465,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Washington County a low property tax area in Utah?
Yes — Washington County's effective property tax rate of 0.45% is below the Utah average of 0.48%. The median annual property tax of $2,076 is also comparable to the state average of $1,815, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Washington County rank for property taxes in Utah?
Washington County ranks #11 out of 29 counties in Utah by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.45% and median annual tax of $2,076, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.