Utah variant. This is a Utah-specific version of the Income Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Income Tax Calculator.
Utah income tax (Flat 4.55% (down from 4.65%)) stacks on top of federal tax. Understanding both layers is essential to estimating your total Utah tax bill.
Utah state income tax structure
Utah taxes income at Flat 4.55% (down from 4.65%), with a top marginal rate of 4.55%. Like the federal system, only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Federal brackets (10%–37%) apply nationwide. Combine your federal effective rate with the Utah rate to find your true marginal tax on the next dollar earned.
About taxes and housing in Utah
Utah imposes a flat individual income tax rate of roughly 4.55%.
Utah has a low effective property tax rate near 0.55%, but rapidly rising demand has pushed median home values above $500,000.
Utah's economy is among the fastest growing in the country, with strengths in technology, finance, and outdoor recreation.
Worked example: state tax on $87,649
Using the 4.55% top rate as a ceiling, state income tax on $87,649 is at most about $3,988; the actual figure is lower after brackets and deductions.
Quick reference
- State income tax: Flat 4.55% (down from 4.65%)
- State sales tax: 6.1% (plus 1.16% avg local)
- Median home value: $510,000
- Median household income: $87,649
- Effective property tax rate: 0.55%
- Avg auto insurance: $1,340/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Utah have state income tax?
Yes - Flat 4.55% (down from 4.65%), topping out at 4.55%.
What is the top tax rate in Utah?
The top marginal state rate is 4.55%.