Utah Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your Utah income tax burden
Updated for 2023 tax year on Jul 18, 2023
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Utah state taxes
Quick Utah tax facts
- State income tax: 4.95%
- State sales tax: 4.85%
- Property tax: 0.67%
- Gas tax: 30 cents per gallon
- Tobacco tax: $1.70 per pack of cigarettes
- Insurance premium tax: Utah
From Wikipedia
Utah income taxes
Utah has adopted a flat income tax rate system. As of now, the state income tax rate in Utah is a flat 4.95%, regardless of the level of an individual’s income. This simplifies the income tax filing process and makes tax calculations straightforward for individuals and businesses alike.
The state of Utah does not have a payroll tax. Additionally, there are no local income taxes imposed on residents, allowing earners to keep more of their hard-earned money.
Utah offers several tax credits but no standard deductions or personal exemptions like you would find in a progressive tax system.
Calculate your income tax in Utah
Calculating your Utah state income tax is similar to the steps we listed on our Federal income tax calculator:
- Determine your filing status
- Work out your adjusted gross income [Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income]
- Calculate your state taxable income [Adjusted gross income − Itemized deductions = State taxable income]
- Figure out your state/local tax liability [State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability]
State income tax brackets
| Tax year | Filing status | Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
Any | 4.65% |
| 2022 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
Any | 4.85% |
| 2021 2020 |
Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
Any | 4.95% |
State standard deduction
State standard deductions are in the form of tax credits.
State exemptions
State exemptions are in the form of tax credits.
Utah sales tax
The state sales tax rate in Utah is currently 4.85%. However, local jurisdictions can impose additional sales tax rates, making the total sales tax rate as high as 8.35% in some parts of Utah.
Utah property tax
The average effective property tax rate in Utah is about 0.67% of the property’s assessed value. This rate can vary based on the county in which the property is located.
Utah capital gains tax
Capital gains in Utah are subject to the flat state income tax rate of 4.95%.
Utah gas tax
Utah has a gas tax of 30 cents per gallon.
Utah tobacco tax
The tobacco tax in Utah is $1.70 per pack of 20 cigarettes.
Utah insurance tax
In Utah, a tax of 2.25% is levied on the gross amount of insurance premiums.
FAQs
How do I calculate my Utah income tax?
Calculate your Utah state income tax with the following six steps.
- Determine your filing status
- Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income
- Adjusted gross income − Itemized deductions = State taxable income
- State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability
How much is $69000 a year after taxes in Utah?
The take home pay will be $52,865.50 with a total income tax of $16,134.50 for a single filer in Utah earning $69,000 in 2023.