Utah Income Tax Guide for 2026
Overview
Utah has a flat income tax rate of 4.45%. Capital gains are taxed as ordinary income. The state offers a standard deduction of $16,100 for single filers and dependent exemptions of $2,111.
Income Tax Rates
Single Filers
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| All income | 4.45% |
Married Filing Jointly
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| All income | 4.45% |
Capital Gains Tax
Capital gains are taxed at the same rates as ordinary income.
Deductions & Exemptions
| Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard Deduction (Single) | $16,100 |
| Standard Deduction (Married Filing Jointly) | $32,200 |
| Dependent Exemption | $2,111 |
Additional Information
- Flat rate reduced from 4.5% to 4.45% by S.B. 60 (2026 General Session), retrospective to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2026
- Utah has no standard deduction; a nonrefundable taxpayer tax credit is based on the federal standard (or itemized) deduction plus Utah personal exemptions and phases out at higher incomes. Federal 2026 standard deduction amounts shown
- Personal exemption amount shown is the 2025 figure ($2,111 per dependent); the indexed 2026 amount had not been published
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Sources
The 2026 figures for Utah on this page were compiled from the following official government publications:
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