Carbon County, WY Property Tax: $1,202/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Carbon County is 0.56% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $214,500, that works out to about $1,201 per year, or $100 per month. Carbon County is located in southern Wyoming, and is home to approximately 14,549 residents.
About Carbon County
Carbon County covers approximately 7,897.7 square miles in Wyoming. The county is home to about 14,549 residents living in roughly 8,220 housing units, of which 55.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $66,721, and the median home was built in 1973.
Carbon County borders Jackson County, Moffat County, Routt County, Albany County, Converse County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Wyoming
Property taxes in Wyoming are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Wyoming offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Carbon County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Carbon County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon County, WY | 0.56% | $214,500 | $1,201 |
| Wyoming state average | 0.56% | — | $1,201* |
| Jackson County | 0.21% | $250,000 | $513 |
| Moffat County | 0.43% | $262,500 | $1,129 |
| Routt County | 0.33% | $756,200 | $2,490 |
| Albany County | 0.57% | $322,100 | $1,846 |
| Converse County | 0.58% | $269,700 | $1,557 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Carbon County's median home value of $214,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Carbon County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Wyoming?
At 0.56%, Carbon County is equal to the Wyoming state average of 0.56%. On a home at the county median of $214,500, that means about $1,201 per year — versus $1,201 at the state average rate, a difference of $0 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Carbon County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Carbon County?
For a home at the county median value of $214,500, the annual property tax in Carbon County is approximately $1,201 — or about $100 per month. For a home worth $321,750, expect around $1,802 per year. For a $429,000 home, approximately $2,402 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Carbon County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Carbon County are handled by the Carbon County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Carbon County?
Wyoming counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.56% shown here. Contact the Carbon County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File