Salt Lake County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Salt Lake County, Utah.
Salt Lake County Assessor's Office Information
Salt Lake County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Salt Lake City, UT 49001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(385) 468-8145
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Salt Lake County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Salt Lake County's effective tax rate of 0.62% (Assessment ratio: 55%)
Appealing Your Salt Lake County Assessment
September 15 (or 45 days after the valuation notice is mailed).
Under Utah property tax law, property owners in Salt Lake County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.
Contact the Salt Lake County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).
If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Board of Equalization (BOE) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Salt Lake County Home Over-Assessed This Year?
Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.
Salt Lake County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Salt Lake County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Primary Residential Exemption provides an automatic 45% deduction from fair market value (homeowners pay tax on only 55% of home value).
Circuit Breaker program provides property tax credits up to $1,186 for seniors 66+. Disabled veterans receive proportional tax exemptions up to $286,000 based on disability percentage.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Salt Lake County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Salt Lake County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Salt Lake County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Salt Lake County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Salt Lake County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Salt Lake City, UT 49001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (385) 468-8145.
What is the property tax rate in Salt Lake County, UT?
The average effective property tax rate in Salt Lake County is approximately 0.62%. For a home with the median county market value of $606.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $3757 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Salt Lake County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Salt Lake County parcel search portal: https://slco.org/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Salt Lake County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Salt Lake County must be submitted by: September 15 (or 45 days after the valuation notice is mailed). Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Equalization (BOE).
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Salt Lake County?
Primary Residential Exemption provides an automatic 45% deduction from fair market value (homeowners pay tax on only 55% of home value). Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Circuit Breaker program provides property tax credits up to $1,186 for seniors 66+. Disabled veterans receive proportional tax exemptions up to $286,000 based on disability percentage.).