Cedar City, Iron County, Utah Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Cedar City, Utah
Median Cedar City, Utah effective property tax rate: 0.44%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Utah state median of 0.55%.
Median Cedar City, Utah home value: $318,379
Median annual Cedar City, Utah tax bill: $1,407, $993 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Iron calculated?
Property taxes in Cedar City, Utah are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Cedar City's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Cedar City, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Cedar City, Iron County, Utah Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,401
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How Does the Cedar City Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Cedar City property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Cedar City's median effective tax rate of 0.44% — based on actual property records in Iron County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure used to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Cedar City's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Cedar City: rates range from $1,373 in 84721 to $1,514 in 84720, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Cedar City.
About Cedar City Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Cedar City, Iron, Utah
Cedar City's median effective property tax rate of 0.44% is lower than the Utah state median of 0.55% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Iron County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Cedar City. Homeowners in the 84720 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.44%, while those in 84721 pay 0.44%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Iron County. Understanding which part of Cedar City you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Cedar City homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the September 15, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Cedar City’s effective property tax rate to other cities in Utah and the median property tax rates in Utah and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Cedar City Tax Rate
0.44%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Iron County Tax Rate
0.74%
Median Effective Utah Tax Rate
0.55%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84720 | 0.44% | 0.44% | 0.44% | 0.45% | 0.80% |
| 84721 | 0.41% | 0.43% | 0.44% | 0.44% | 0.79% |
| 84723 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 84756 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
When examining property taxes in Cedar City, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Iron County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Iron County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of July.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Cedar City.
For example, the median home price in Cedar City is $318,379, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 84720 has the highest median home price at $336,636.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
Source: Ownwell
$6,330
$204,625
$402,920
Median Cedar City Market Value
$318,379
Median Iron County Market Value
$172,843
Median Utah Market Value
$459,466
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84720 | $70,288 | $208,750 | $336,636 | $490,028 | $670,475 |
| 84721 | $37,792 | $240,964 | $314,711 | $435,318 | $589,864 |
| 84723 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 84756 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
Property tax bills in Cedar City are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Iron County and other taxing authorities. When a home’s market value is assessed, that value is used to calculate the bill, so higher-valued homes generally face larger tax bills. The median home price in Cedar City is $318,379, and local tax bills vary across the city depending on location and the taxing districts that apply.
For many homeowners, the tax bill reflects more than just the home itself. School funding, county services, and other local obligations all factor into the final amount. In Cedar City, the 25th percentile tax bill is $974, while the 75th percentile is $2,042 and the 90th percentile is $2,801. The highest median tax bill is $1,514 in ZIP code 84720, compared with $1,373 in ZIP code 84721. These differences can affect monthly housing costs and long-term affordability for homeowners.
Median Cedar City Tax Bill
$1,407
Median Iron County Tax Bill
$972
Median Utah Tax Bill
$2,534
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Cedar City, Iron County, Utah
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84720 | $509 | $1,025 | $1,514 | $2,213 | $3,029 |
| 84721 | $273 | $1,053 | $1,373 | $1,914 | $2,602 |
| 84723 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 84756 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | September 15 |
Links | |
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| Iron Tax Assessor | |
| Website | eagleweb.ironcounty.net |