84726 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 84726 (Escalante, Utah) pay a median of $1,135/year in property taxes on homes valued at $390,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.29%, which is 42% below the Utah state average of 0.50%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 84726 is approximately $95, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Garfield County. This is $766 less than the Utah average of $1,901/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Utah, 84726 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 84060 (0.28%) and 84775 (0.28%).

In Escalante, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $59,231, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Utah reassesses all properties at market value when sold; Garfield County Assessor will set your tax base at the purchase price with no annual cap on subsequent increases. Garfield County homeowners qualify for the Homestead Exemption (reducing school tax burden) and seniors 65+ may claim the Senior Citizens' Property Tax Exemption — both lower your taxable value. File exemption paperwork with the Garfield County Assessor immediately after purchase to lock in your benefit and receive the reduction on your first assessment.