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Millard County
Property Tax Guide

Everything you need to know about property taxes in Millard County, UT. Rates, due dates, exemptions, and how it affects your monthly payment.

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Tax Rate
Base rate 0.000253 (0.0253%) plus special districts - total varies significantly by location within county
Exemptions
4+ Available
Section 1

How Property Tax Works

Millard County's property tax system funds essential local services including schools, roads, public safety, and county operations. Property taxes are calculated by applying tax rates to the assessed value of real property, with assessments based on fair market value as of January 1st each year. The county's base property tax rate for fiscal year 2025 is 0.000253, though your actual tax rate will vary significantly based on your location within the county due to additional special taxing districts.

Your total property tax rate includes the base county levy plus assessments from school districts, municipal services, fire districts, water districts, and other local improvement districts that serve your specific area. This means properties in different parts of Millard County can have substantially different effective tax rates even with similar assessed values. Most tax credits and exemptions require annual application and are not automatically applied to your property tax bill.

Section 2

What Makes Up Your Tax Bill

ComponentRateDescription
Base County Levy0.000253Basic county services and operations
School DistrictVariesLocal school district operations and bonds
Municipal/Fire DistrictVariesCity services or rural fire protection
Water/Sewer DistrictVariesLocal utility district assessments
Special AssessmentsVariesRoad improvements, lighting districts

Rates shown are for fiscal year 2025 as approved by the Board of County Commissioners. Your actual combined rate depends on which special taxing districts serve your property location. Contact the Millard County Assessor's Office for your specific area's total rate.

Section 3

When Are Property Taxes Due?

For the 2025/2026 tax year in Millard County, property taxes are due in two installments:

Pro tip: If you pay through mortgage escrow, your lender splits these payments across your monthly mortgage. If you pay directly, set calendar reminders to avoid late penalties.
Section 4

Supplemental Tax Bills

Supplemental taxes are additional property tax bills issued when there are changes in property ownership or significant improvements during the tax year. In Millard County, supplemental taxes are most commonly triggered by new construction, property transfers, or when previously exempt property becomes taxable. The supplemental tax calculation is prorated based on the number of months remaining in the fiscal year after the change occurs.

For example, if you purchase a newly constructed home in March, you would receive a supplemental tax bill covering the increased assessed value from March through the end of the fiscal year. This supplemental bill is separate from and in addition to the regular annual property tax bill, ensuring that all property owners pay their fair share of taxes based on current ownership and property values.

Example Calculation

Example 1: $300,000 Home

  • Assessed Value: $300,000
  • Veterans Disability Credit Applied: -$11,500 (if qualified and applied)
  • Net Taxable Value: $288,500
  • Tax Rate: 0.000253 (base rate only)
  • Annual Tax: $73 (may be higher with special districts)
  • Monthly Escrow: $6

Example 2: $600,000 Home

  • Assessed Value: $600,000
  • Homeowner Tax Credit Applied: -$1,200 (if qualified and applied)
  • Net Taxable Value: $598,800
  • Tax Rate: 0.000253 (base rate only)
  • Annual Tax: $151 (may be higher with special districts)
  • Monthly Escrow: $13

Example 3: $1,000,000 Home

  • Assessed Value: $1,000,000
  • No Credits Applied: $0
  • Net Taxable Value: $1,000,000
  • Tax Rate: 0.000253 (base rate only)
  • Annual Tax: $253 (may be higher with special districts)
  • Monthly Escrow: $21

Note: These examples use only the base county rate. Actual taxes will be higher due to school district and special district assessments. Credits require annual application.

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Section 5

Escrow & Property Taxes

Most mortgage lenders in Millard County require property tax escrow accounts to ensure timely payment of property taxes. Your lender collects 1/12 of your estimated annual property tax bill with each monthly mortgage payment, holding these funds in escrow until taxes are due on November 30th. Lenders typically maintain a cushion of 1-2 months of tax payments in your escrow account to cover potential increases in tax assessments.

Each year, your lender will conduct an escrow analysis to determine if your monthly escrow payment needs adjustment based on actual tax bills received. If your property taxes increase due to rising assessments or new special district charges, your monthly mortgage payment will increase accordingly. You can verify escrow payments by reviewing your annual escrow statement and comparing it to actual tax bills from Millard County.

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Section 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When are property taxes due in Millard County? A: Property taxes for fiscal year 2025 are due by November 30, 2024. Taxes become delinquent on December 1st, with penalties applied from December 1st through January 31st.

Q: What tax credits are available and how do I apply? A: Available tax credits include Veterans Disability Credit ($11,500 value exemption), Homeowner Low Income Abatement (circuit breaker), and Deployed Military Credit. All credits require annual application with supporting documentation submitted to the County Assessor's office.

Q: How does the homestead credit work? A: Utah does not have a traditional homestead exemption, but does offer a Homeowner Low Income Abatement that caps assessment increases for qualifying low-income homeowners. This requires annual application and income verification.

Q: When are properties reassessed? A: Millard County assesses all properties annually as of January 1st. Assessment notices are typically mailed in August, with a 45-day appeal period following receipt of your notice.

Q: What are the penalties for late payment? A: Penalties apply starting December 1st for delinquent taxes, continuing through January 31st. Contact the County Treasurer's office for specific penalty rates and payment arrangements.

Q: Can I pay property taxes online? A: Contact the Millard County Treasurer's office directly for current online payment options and accepted methods of payment.

Q: Why did my taxes increase if I didn't improve my property? A: Tax increases can result from rising property values, new special district assessments, increased school district levies, or changes in municipal service areas that add new taxing districts to your property.

Q: How do I appeal my property assessment? A: Assessment appeals must be filed within 45 days of receiving your assessment notice. Contact the Millard County Board of Equalization for appeal forms and procedures.

Verified Sources

Backed by 10 Official Government Sources

Every fact in this guide is sourced from official county, state, and federal documents.

01
County
minutes of board of county commissionersmillardcounty.gov
02
Tax Doc
Local Authorities' Property Tax - Utah Legislature - Utah.govle.utah.gov
03
Budgetsmillardcounty.gov
04
Tax Doc
Property Tax Calendar/Datesmillardcounty.gov
05
State
Pub 31 | Utah State Tax Commissiontax.utah.gov
06
State
Pub 20 - Utah State Tax Commissiontax.utah.gov
07
Tax Doc
Property Tax Reliefmillardcounty.gov
08
Tax Doc
Pub 36, Property Tax Abatement, Deferral and Exemption ...files.tax.utah.gov
09
Tax Doc
Pub-36 Property Tax Abatement, Deferral and Exemption ...tooeleco.gov
10
County
Solid Waste Management Plan: Millard County, Utah ...nepis.epa.gov
All sources verified as of 2025 Tax Year

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