Sweetwater County, Wyoming Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wyoming. Population: 12,476.
The median annual property tax in Sweetwater County is $1,469, which is 12% lower than the Wyoming state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $242,900. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,469
-12% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$242,900
-23% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
+7% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,677
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,190
$99/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,469 +4.1% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,411 +6.2% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $1,329 +2.0% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $1,303 +2.6% | 0.64% |
| 2019 | $1,270 | 0.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,464
per year
Monthly Tax
$122
per month
Other Counties in Wyoming
Carbon County
Tax: $1,202/yr Rate: 0.56%
Albany County
Tax: $1,846/yr Rate: 0.57%
Crook County
Tax: $1,522/yr Rate: 0.55%
Campbell County
Tax: $1,465/yr Rate: 0.55%
Sublette County
Tax: $1,435/yr Rate: 0.41%
Johnson County
Tax: $1,634/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sweetwater County, Wyoming? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sweetwater County is $1,469 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $242,900.
How does Sweetwater County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sweetwater County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sweetwater County? ▼
In Sweetwater County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,677 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,190. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sweetwater County? ▼
Property taxes in Sweetwater County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $76,464. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.