Garfield County, UT Property Tax: $1,087/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Garfield County is 0.38% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $285,800, that works out to about $1,086 per year, or $91 per month. Garfield County is located in southern Utah, with Panguitch as its county seat, and is home to approximately 5,170 residents.
About Garfield County
Garfield County covers approximately 5,179.6 square miles in Utah. The county is home to about 5,170 residents living in roughly 3,589 housing units, of which 41.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,688, and the median home was built in 1982.
The county seat is Panguitch. Garfield County borders Beaver County, Iron County, Kane County, Piute County, San Juan 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 Garfield County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Garfield County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield County, UT | 0.38% | $285,800 | $1,086 |
| Utah state average | 0.50% | — | $1,429* |
| Beaver County | 0.39% | $287,600 | $1,121 |
| Iron County | 0.42% | $342,900 | $1,444 |
| Kane County | 0.42% | $350,900 | $1,470 |
| Piute County | 0.43% | $235,400 | $1,014 |
| San Juan County | 0.84% | $189,900 | $1,603 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Garfield County's median home value of $285,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Garfield County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Utah?
At 0.38%, Garfield County is lower than the Utah state average of 0.50%. On a home at the county median of $285,800, that means about $1,086 per year — versus $1,429 at the state average rate, a difference of $343 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Garfield County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Garfield County?
For a home at the county median value of $285,800, the annual property tax in Garfield County is approximately $1,086 — or about $91 per month. For a home worth $428,700, expect around $1,629 per year. For a $571,600 home, approximately $2,172 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Garfield County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Garfield County are handled by the Garfield County Assessor's office in Panguitch. 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 Garfield 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 0.38% shown here. Contact the Garfield 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