State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2023
Compare the latest 2023 sales tax rates as of July 1st. Sales tax rate differentials can induce consumers to shop across borders or buy products online.
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Utah Tax Rates, Collections, and Burdens
How does Utah’s tax code compare? Utah has a flat 4.85 percent individual income tax rate. Utah also has a flat 4.85 percent corporate income tax. Utah has a 6.10 percent state sales tax rate, a max local sales tax rate of 2.95 percent, and an average combined state and local sales tax rate of 7.19 percent. Utah’s tax system ranks 8th overall on our 2023 State Business Tax Climate Index.
Each state’s tax code is a multifaceted system with many moving parts, and Utah is no exception. The first step towards understanding Utah’s tax code is knowing the basics. How does Utah collect tax revenue? Click the tabs below to learn more! You can also explore our state tax maps, which are compiled from our annual publication, Facts & Figures: How Does Your State Compare?
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