Utah income tax rates for 2026
A flat 4.45% of income (cut from 4.5% for 2026), reduced by a taxpayer credit that shrinks as income rises. The calculation starts from federal adjusted gross income with Utah adjustments.
| Rate | Taxable income |
|---|---|
| 4.45% | All taxable income |
Deductions, exemptions and credits
Before the rates apply, Utah allows a taxpayer credit worth 6% of the federal standard deduction that phases out as income rises. The calculator uses these for the filing status you choose; dependent exemptions and credits, which lower the tax further for families, are not included.
Worked example: $75,000 in Utah
Single filer with $75,000 of income before state deductions.
Brackets: 4.45% × $75,000.00 = $3,337.50
Minus taxpayer tax credit: $227.77
Utah income tax = $3,109.73 — an effective rate of 4.15% and a marginal rate of 4.45%.
Utah income tax at common incomes
| Income | Single | Effective | Married jointly | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $522 | 1.74% | $0 | 0% |
| $50,000 | $1,672 | 3.34% | $469 | 0.94% |
| $75,000 | $3,110 | 4.15% | $1,907 | 2.54% |
| $100,000 | $4,450 | 4.45% | $3,344 | 3.34% |
| $150,000 | $6,675 | 4.45% | $6,219 | 4.15% |
| $250,000 | $11,125 | 4.45% | $11,125 | 4.45% |
Income before state deductions; standard deduction and personal exemptions for the filer (and spouse) only; no dependents, itemized deductions or local taxes.
Utah compared with nearby states
At $75,000 (single), Utah ranks 15 of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest. Wyoming and Nevada do not tax wages.
| State | Tax on $75,000 | Effective rate | Top rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | $3,110 | 4.15% | 4.45% |
| Idaho | $2,867 | 3.82% | 5.3% |
| Wyoming | $0 | 0% | none |
| Colorado | $2,592 | 3.46% | 4.4% |
| New Mexico | $2,359 | 3.15% | 5.9% |
| Arizona | $1,473 | 1.96% | 2.5% |
| Nevada | $0 | 0% | none |
More about taxes in Utah
- Utah lowered its flat rate to 4.45% for 2026; its taxpayer credit, worth 6% of the federal standard deduction, phases out as income rises, so the effective rate climbs toward 4.45%.
Utah’s 2026 taxpayer-credit phase-out thresholds were not available when we checked; the 2025 thresholds ($18,213 single, $36,426 joint) are used.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Utah income tax rate for 2026?
A flat 4.45% of income (cut from 4.5% for 2026), reduced by a taxpayer credit that shrinks as income rises. A single filer with $75,000 of income pays an effective 4.15% after deductions.
How much Utah income tax do I pay on $75,000?
About $3,110 for a single filer — 4.15% of income and a $227.77 taxpayer tax credit. A married couple with $150,000 owes about $6,219.
What deductions does Utah allow?
Utah allows a taxpayer credit worth 6% of the federal standard deduction that phases out as income rises. Dependent exemptions or credits, where the state offers them, lower the tax further.
Is Utah's income tax higher than its neighbors'?
At $75,000 (single), Utah ranks 15 of 51 for state income tax, where 1 is the highest. Among nearby states, Wyoming is lowest at $0 and Utah is highest at $3,110.
Estimates only — not tax advice. Utah figures: Utah S.B. 60 (2026), retroactive to January 1, 2026; Tax Foundation 2026 table note (gg) for the credit. Checked October 2026. Your return may include income, deductions and credits this estimate leaves out.