2023 Income Tax Rate in Utah

Author: Jason Coles

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The Utah income tax rate in 2023 is 4.65% and it is a flat tax rate, meaning that no matter what level of income you earn in Utah, the income tax rate remains the same.

There are a total of eleven states in the U.S. that try to keep things simple when it comes to state income tax rates by imposing a flat rate.

The Utah income tax rate is one of the states that lock in their income tax rate regardless of whether you earn $16,000 a year or $160,000+ per year.

The attraction to move from another state (or country) to Utah can be appealing for many reasons, but the fact that the Utah income tax rate is fixed at 4.65% is even more enticing because it allows you to earn more money and not pay a higher rate of income tax.

Income taxes are something we all need to pay and we are going to specifically cover the Utah income tax rate when you take into consideration the other taxes you will be liable to pay on your income if you reside in Utah.

What is the Utah income tax rate

Utah State Income Tax Rate

We are not trying to dampen anyone’s hopes of only paying a 4.65% Utah income tax rate.

But, even though the Utah state income tax rate is fixed at 4.65%, you will still have to pay other taxes on your income whether you work for someone else or own a Utah business or franchise.

If you live and work in Utah your paycheck will reflect 4.65% for income tax deductions regardless of the amount you earn. You will also pay other Federal taxes that will affect your take-home pay.

Likewise, if, as a business owner you pay yourself a salary through your payroll or take a monthly, quarterly, or annual distribution/dividend from the net profit your business generates, you will still be liable for some tax.

Having the Utah state income tax rate fixed at 4.65% is great. It is also simple and transparent and doesn’t require any complicated calculations. Since the US government is made up of local, state, and federal jurisdictions, you can be certain that in addition to the flat Utah income tax rate, the US federal government is going to tax you in one form or another on your income.

If you would like to see the state income tax rates in Utah for previous years, we have included a handy table below that covers the historical rates:

YearIncome Tax RateIncome Tax BracketsLowest to Highest Income Brackets
20234.65%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20224.85%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20214.95%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20204.95%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20194.95%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20184.95%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20175%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20165%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20155%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20145%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20135%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20125%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20115%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20105%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20095%Fixed RateAll Income Levels
20085%Fixed RateAll Income Levels

As you can see from the table, the Utah state income tax rate has been steadily decreasing, much to the delight of Utah residents!

The goal of the information we are providing you with is to give you an overview of the likely tax you will pay on your earnings in Utah. Multiple factors affect your tax liability such as being single or married, having children or other dependents, education benefits, and other circumstances.

There is never a one-size-fits-all scenario even though the Utah state income tax rate is fixed at 4.65%. You should always consider seeking the help of a Utah tax professional when filing taxes.

One thing you must always remember is that a flat 4.65% Utah income tax rate does not mean that you will not be liable to pay other taxes on your earnings – it might just mean you will pay less than if you lived or worked in another state with a higher income tax rate.

You should also be aware that while the Utah state income tax rate is flat regardless of your income level, you will still have to pay Utah sales tax on most goods and some services. The Utah state sales tax rate is 4.7%, but depending on the local jurisdiction, the total tax rate can be as high as 8.7%.

Utah income tax calculator

Although the Utah state income tax rate is 4.65% which is a flat rate regardless of your income level, we have provided you with various scenarios of the tax you will pay on your income as a resident of Utah.

The following Utah income tax calculator should be used for approximation purposes and does not represent legal authority, or the exact amount of Utah income tax (including Federal and FICA tax) that you will be liable for – it is a guide based on information from the IRS, the Utah State Tax Commission, and other sources.

The range we have provided in the Utah income tax calculator is from $1,200 per month or $14,400 per year to $12,000 per month, or $144,000 per year.

The gross monthly income of $1,256.67 or $15,080.04 per year in the table represents the minimum wage in Utah in 2023 of $7.25 per hour. A standard full-time position in the US typically includes a 40-hour workweek that translates to 2,080 hours worked in a year (40 hours x 52 weeks).

Finally, there are no local income taxes imposed in Utah, the 4.65% state-level income tax is all you pay.

Monthly Gross WageFICA Taxes (7.65%)Federal Income TaxUtah Income Tax rate (4.65%)Net Monthly IncomeNet Annual IncomeAnnual Gross Income
$1,200.00$91.80$16.67$59.40$1,032.13$12,385.56$14,400.00
$1,256.67$96.14$22.33$58.44$1,079.77$12,957.24$15,080.04
$1,300.00$99.45$26.67$64.35$1,109.53$13,314.36$15,600.00
$1,400.00$107.10$36.67$69.30$1,186.93$14,243.16$16,800.00
$1,500.00$114.75$46.67$74.25$1,264.33$15,171.96$18,000.00
$1,600.00$122.40$56.67$79.20$1,341.73$16,100.76$19,200.00
$1,700.00$130.05$66.67$84.15$1,419.13$17,029.56$20,400.00
$1,800.00$137.70$76.67$89.10$1,496.53$17,958.36$21,600.00
$1,900.00$145.35$87.54$94.05$1,573.06$18,876.72$22,800.00
$2,000.00$153.00$99.54$99.00$1,648.46$19,781.52$24,000.00
$2,500.00$191.25$159.54$123.75$2,025.46$24,305.52$30,000.00
$3,000.00$229.50$219.54$148.50$2,402.46$28,829.52$36,000.00
$3,500.00$267.75$279.54$173.25$2,779.46$33,353.52$42,000.00
$4,000.00$306.00$339.54$198.00$3,156.46$37,877.52$48,000.00
$4,500.00$344.25$411.83$222.75$3,521.17$42,254.04$54,000.00
$5,000.00$382.50$521.83$247.50$3,848.17$46,178.04$60,000.00
$5,500.00$420.75$631.83$272.25$4,175.17$50,102.04$66,000.00
$6,000.00$459.00$741.83$297.00$4,502.17$54,026.04$72,000.00
$6,500.00$497.25$851.83$321.75$4,829.17$57,950.04$78,000.00
$7,000.00$535.50$961.83$346.50$5,156.17$61,874.04$84,000.00
$7,500.00$573.75$1,071.83$371.25$5,483.17$65,798.04$90,000.00
$8,000.00$612.00$1,181.83$396.00$5,810.17$69,722.04$96,000.00
$8,500.00$650.25$1,298.63$420.75$6,130.37$73,564.44$102,000.00
$9,000.00$688.50$1,418.63$445.50$6,447.37$77,368.44$108,000.00
$9,500.00$726.75$1,538.63$470.25$6,764.37$81,172.44$114,000.00
$10,000.00$765.00$1,658.63$495.00$7,081.37$84,976.44$120,000.00
$11,000.00$841.50$1,898.63$544.50$7,715.37$92,584.44$132,000.00
$12,000.00$885.45$2,138.63$594.00$8,381.92$100,583.04$144,000.00

Utah Income Tax Brackets

The above table provides you with a broad range of different Utah income tax bracket scenarios. The income tax calculator used in the table above is based on a single taxpayer (not married or filing as married) claiming one personal exemption.

The Utah income tax rates in the table reflect almost a worst-case scenario for a US taxpayer because those who are married and have dependents can typically take advantage of other deductions, which would effectively make the federal income tax you pay, less than what you see in the table.

To learn more about the various deductions available to you, you may want to visit the Tax Credits and Deductions section of the USAGov website.

Again, you should always consult a professional when it comes to calculating your Utah tax liability, since other factors may affect the amount of income tax you pay on your earnings in Utah.

The Utah income tax brackets are fixed at 4.65% as noted in the table, but you are still responsible for paying Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%), totaling 7.65%.

You are also responsible for paying Federal Income Tax regardless of whether you reside in Utah with its low and fixed 4.65% income tax rate. These various tax brackets are illustrated in the table above and vary based on your income level.

Utah State Tax Commission Contact Details

The Utah State Tax Commission is based in Salt Lake City. They can be contacted by phone, at their office(s), and through a website contact form. The main contact details and addresses to send returns are as follows:

Customer Service Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Help from tax pros: taxmaster@utah.gov
Taxpayer helpline: 801-297-2200 or 1-800-662-4335. If calling internationally: 001-801-297-2200.

Mailing Addresses
Mail your Utah return to one of the following addresses.

All returns with payments:

Utah State Tax Commission
210 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84134-0266

All other returns, including refunds:

Utah State Tax Commission
210 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84134-0260

ADA Accommodations – If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, email taxada@utah.gov, or call 801-297-3811 or Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD) 801-297-2020. Please allow three working days for a response.

To Visit the Utah State Tax Commission – Here are the local offices

Ogden
2540 Washington Blvd. 6th floor
Ogden, Utah 84401
801-626-3460
Fax 801-626-3446
Monday – Friday 8 am. to 5 pm

Provo
150 East Center #1300
Provo, Utah 84606
801-374-7070
Fax 801-374-7089
Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm

Salt Lake City
210 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah 84116
801-297-2200, option “0”
1-800-662-4335, option “0”
TDD 801-297-2020
Fax 801-297-7699
Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm

Washington County – Tax Commission
100 South 5300 West
Hurricane, Utah 84737
435-251-9520
Fax 435-251-9529
Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm

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Jason Coles

Jason Coles is the Founder of Foreign USA and its Chief Content Writer and Editor. Recognized as a prolific business plan writer by many prominent immigration attorneys in the U.S. who refer his services to their clients regularly, Jason has written over 1,390 business plans across the past 18+ years for start-up companies and franchises looking to expand their footprint in the United States. Jason is considered a seasoned expert in his field. He creates detailed business plans for his clients that include five-year financial projections, market and industry analysis reports, demographic studies, organizational charts, job descriptions, employee hiring plans, and more.