Emery County, UT Property Tax: $1,151/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Emery County is 0.58% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $197,100, that works out to about $1,143 per year, or $95 per month. Emery County is located in eastern Utah, with Castle Dale as its county seat, and is home to approximately 9,968 residents.
About Emery County
Emery County covers approximately 4,462.6 square miles in Utah. The county is home to about 9,968 residents living in roughly 4,099 housing units, of which 66.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $69,956, and the median home was built in 1978.
The county seat is Castle Dale. Emery County borders Carbon County, Grand County, San Juan County, Sanpete County, Sevier County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Utah
Property taxes in Utah 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 Utah 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 Emery County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Emery County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emery County, UT | 0.58% | $197,100 | $1,143 |
| Utah state average | 0.50% | — | $986* |
| Carbon County | 0.64% | $200,700 | $1,288 |
| Grand County | 0.42% | $480,900 | $2,012 |
| San Juan County | 0.84% | $189,900 | $1,603 |
| Sanpete County | 0.51% | $300,400 | $1,536 |
| Sevier County | 0.55% | $274,100 | $1,513 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Emery County's median home value of $197,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Emery County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Utah?
At 0.58%, Emery County is higher than the Utah state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $197,100, that means about $1,143 per year — versus $986 at the state average rate, a difference of $157 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Emery County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Emery County?
For a home at the county median value of $197,100, the annual property tax in Emery County is approximately $1,143 — or about $95 per month. For a home worth $295,650, expect around $1,715 per year. For a $394,200 home, approximately $2,286 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Emery County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Emery County are handled by the Emery County Assessor's office in Castle Dale. 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 Emery County?
Utah 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 0.58% shown here. Contact the Emery 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