Search Carbon County Property Tax Records
Carbon County property tax records are held by the Assessor, Recorder, and Treasurer offices in Price, Utah. These offices maintain the official data for all taxable parcels in Carbon County, including assessed values, ownership history, title documents, and tax payment status. When you need to find Carbon County property tax records for a specific parcel, you can start with the Assessor for valuation data, the Recorder for deed and lien history, or the Treasurer for tax billing and payment information. All three offices are accessible through carbon.utah.gov.
Carbon County Quick Facts
Carbon County Assessor and Property Values
The Carbon County Assessor's Office determines the market value of all taxable property in the county. Property assessments are conducted annually with an effective date of January 1 each year. The Assessor uses comparable sales data, cost information, and income approaches where applicable to determine fair market value for each parcel. This follows the requirement in Utah Code Title 59 Chapter 2 that all taxable property be assessed at 100% of fair market value.
Carbon County property records maintained by the Assessor include land area, building size, construction type, age, and condition for each parcel. These factors drive the valuation. The Assessor's records are public, so anyone can look up a parcel and review the data on file. If the characteristics on record do not match the actual property, you can contact the Assessor to request a correction. Property owners who believe their assessed value is too high can file an appeal with the Carbon County Board of Equalization. The Assessor's Office is accessible at carbon.utah.gov/assessor.
The Carbon County Assessor office page shows the assessment process and provides contact information for property record inquiries.
The Carbon County Assessor maintains records of property characteristics and assessed values for all taxable parcels, which are the foundation of the county property tax system.
| Office | Carbon County Assessor |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Price, Utah |
| Website | carbon.utah.gov/assessor |
Carbon County Property Tax Records and the Recorder
The Carbon County Recorder's Office holds permanent records of all documents affecting real property in the county. Deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other instruments are recorded and indexed there. These records are public. You can search the Recorder's index by grantor name, grantee name, or property description. For document copies, fees apply. Certified copies cost more than plain copies.
The Recorder indexes documents so they can be retrieved in the future. If a lien was placed on a Carbon County property years ago, the Recorder's records will show it. If the lien was later released, that release document should also be on file. Both matter for anyone researching the title history of a parcel. The Recorder and the Assessor coordinate so that ownership changes recorded at the Recorder's office are reflected in the assessment roll for tax purposes. Visit carbon.utah.gov/recorder for access and contact information.
The Carbon County Recorder office page shows available records and how to search document indexes for property research.
The Recorder maintains the chain of title for every Carbon County parcel, making it an essential resource for complete property tax record searches.
How Property Taxes Work in Carbon County
Property tax calculations in Carbon County follow the standard Utah process. The Assessor sets the market value of each parcel as of January 1. That value is then multiplied by the assessment ratio to get the assessed value. The levy rates from all taxing entities covering the parcel are then applied to reach the annual tax amount owed.
Utah's 45% primary residence exemption applies to owner-occupied homes in Carbon County. Only 55% of a primary residence's market value is subject to tax. With a median home value of $109,200 in Carbon County, that exemption results in a meaningfully lower taxable base. The median annual tax bill is $617, and the effective rate is 0.57%. That rate is near the statewide average for Utah. The relatively low home values in Carbon County keep the actual tax bill modest compared to more expensive counties.
Multiple taxing entities share the revenue from Carbon County property taxes. These include the county general fund, school districts, and special service districts. Each entity sets its own levy rate. The total levy applied to the taxable assessed value is what produces the line items on your Carbon County tax notice. Any entity that wants to raise revenues above the prior year must follow Utah's Truth in Taxation requirements.
Carbon County Treasurer and Tax Payments
The Carbon County Treasurer handles all property tax collections for the county. Tax notices are mailed each year and include payment instructions. The Treasurer accepts payments in person, by mail, and online where available. When taxes go unpaid past the due date, penalties and interest begin to accrue under state law. Properties with delinquent taxes for multiple years can become subject to tax sale procedures.
Delinquent tax data is a matter of public record in Carbon County. If you are researching a property, it is worth checking the Treasurer's records to confirm the tax status before making decisions. The Treasurer can tell you whether a Carbon County parcel has any outstanding taxes and can explain the redemption process if you are looking at a property with delinquent accounts. You can contact the Treasurer at carbon.utah.gov/treasurer.
The Carbon County Treasurer office page provides contact information and details about the billing and collection process.
The Treasurer's records include payment history and current tax status for every parcel in Carbon County, which is essential information for buyers and property researchers.
Carbon County GIS Mapping and Parcel Data
Carbon County maintains GIS mapping data that shows parcel boundaries, ownership, and property characteristics across the county. The GIS system is used by the Assessor for valuation work and by other county departments for planning and administrative purposes. Parcel maps can be accessed online or obtained from county offices. The GIS data at carbon.utah.gov/gis is a good starting point for locating parcels visually.
The Carbon County GIS page provides parcel search capabilities and visual mapping tools for property research.
Carbon County GIS integrates parcel boundaries with ownership and assessment data, making it easier to identify and research specific properties across the county.
For statewide parcel data, the Utah GIS Portal provides a comprehensive layer covering all 29 Utah counties including Carbon. The portal includes parcel boundaries, ownership data, and open data download options for users who need bulk data. The state portal is maintained by state agencies and reflects county-supplied parcel information.
Utah State Tax Commission and Carbon County
The Utah State Tax Commission oversees county assessors statewide, including Carbon County. The Commission ensures that assessors apply consistent valuation standards and provides training, guides, and technical support. Under Utah Code Title 59 Chapter 2, the Commission has the authority to review county assessment practices and require changes where needed.
Some properties in Carbon County may be assessed at the state level as centrally assessed properties. These include utilities, railroad facilities, and other entities that operate across county lines. Even though the centrally assessed property system handles the valuation, the tax revenues from these properties flow to Carbon County and the other counties where the property operates. The State Tax Commission Property Tax Division administers this process and is available to answer questions from Carbon County property owners.
If you want to compare Carbon County's tax rates to other Utah counties, the Utah property tax rates by county resource provides a full breakdown of median taxes and effective rates for all 29 counties. Carbon County's rate of 0.57% is near the middle of the statewide range.
Note: Property owners who exhaust county-level appeal options can bring their case to the State Tax Commission for a formal hearing.
Cities in Carbon County
Carbon County includes Price as its county seat, along with other small communities. No cities in Carbon County meet the population threshold for individual city pages on this site. All property tax records for Carbon County parcels are handled through the county offices in Price.
Nearby Counties
Carbon County borders Emery, Duchesne, Utah, and Sanpete counties. If you need property tax records for parcels in a neighboring county, the links below will take you to those pages.