Utah Real Estate Transfer Tax (2026)
Utah has no real estate transfer tax — you pay nothing to the state (or any county or city) to transfer a home, beyond nominal recording fees. No state or local transfer tax — only a flat deed recording fee.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
The transfer tax in Utah
- Rate: None
- Who customarily pays: —
- Local county/city add-on: No
Good to know
No state or local transfer tax — only a flat deed recording fee. You'll still pay standard deed-recording fees (usually a small flat charge), but no percentage-based tax on the sale price. Compare every state on our transfer tax by state ranking.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the real estate transfer tax in Utah?
Utah has no real estate transfer tax. You pay only nominal deed-recording fees when a home is sold.
Who pays the transfer tax in Utah?
No one — Utah doesn't charge a transfer tax.
Does Utah have local (city or county) transfer taxes?
No — Utah has no meaningful local transfer tax; the state figure is the whole story.