Utah Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Utah after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and a flat 4.5% state income tax.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Utah's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Utah income tax in 2026
Utah has a flat 4.5% state income tax. Utah has no state standard deduction. Each filer also receives a personal credit of $966 ($1,932 for a couple) taken off the tax itself.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5% | $0 | $0 |
Rules this estimate applies for Utah
- Instead of a standard deduction, Utah gives a credit of 6% of the federal standard deduction ($966 single, $1,932 joint).
- The credit shrinks by 1.3 cents for each dollar of income above $18,213 (single) or $36,426 (joint). These thresholds are the 2025 amounts.
Take-home pay in Utah by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | UT tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,117 | $33,203 | $2,767 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,277 | $48,113 | $4,009 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $3,437 | $61,673 | $5,139 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,500 | $74,680 | $6,223 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $6,750 | $107,041 | $8,920 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Utah
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6.1% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 1.32% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 7.42% | 20 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 0.48% | 48 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $1,920 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Utah with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Utah the figures are $3,147 and $58,445, which ranks 35 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Utah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $1,666 | $59,926 | +$1,481 |
| Colorado | $2,592 | $59,001 | +$556 |
| Idaho | $2,867 | $58,726 | +$281 |
| Nevada | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,147 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,147 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$3,147 |
Federal taxes on a Utah paycheck
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%) are the same in every state. The 2026 brackets and the full method are on the main paycheck calculator page.
What this estimate leaves out
- Tax credits, itemized deductions, dependents and income other than wages.
- A separate head of household table: Utah figures use the single table for that status.
State income and sales tax data: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. Property tax data: Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does Utah have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Utah has a flat 4.5% state income tax.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Utah?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Utah keeps about $58,445 a year, or $4,870 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $3,147 Utah income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Utah for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $81,316 a year in Utah, including $3,394 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Utah?
Homeowners in Utah pay an effective property tax rate of about 0.48% of home value, which ranks 48 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Utah?
The Utah state sales tax rate is 6.1%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 7.42%.
Related guides
- 2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction, Explained The 2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for single, joint and head of household filers, with a worked example of how marginal rates apply.
- The 9 States With No Income Tax on Wages in 2026 Which nine states do not tax wages in 2026, how much that saves on a $75,000 salary, and the sales taxes those states charge instead.
Sources
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets, 2026
- Tax Foundation: state and local sales tax rates, 2026
- Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026
- IRS: tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2026 (Revenue Procedure 2025-32)
- Social Security Administration: contribution and benefit base
Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Results are estimates; see our methodology and disclaimer.