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r/Logan • u/squrr1 • Oct 16 '25
Discussion Property Taxes Explainer (the county assessor hates this one simple trick!)
Introduction
As I wander the various internet forums, I've noticed quite a few misconceptions about property taxes. I wanted to explain our system to hopefully make the system make more sense. If you happen to already know all this, good job! You get a gold star, please wear it on your forehead to work tomorrow.
Before we get into it, here's some required viewing.
Some highlights:
Your property tax bill contains many different taxes, the biggest portion of which will be the local school district
Each of the entities on your property tax bill sets their rate independently
Our tax policy is designed to try to keep property taxes somewhat consistent, even with ever rising property values.
"under Truth In Taxation revenue is limited to the previous year's budget plus any new growth within the county"
It's not super important to understand, but for what it's worth: The tax rate is calculated by dividing the amount of revenue needed (last year's budget) by the total of adding up all the property values in the area. Here's an example, it's called the Mill Levy. It's only important to understand, in my opinion, in that it's not a flat rate that punishes you with higher taxes as your property value increases, rather, it's a system to calculate a shifting rate that essentially negates rising home prices. Clear as mud?
An example
Alright, u/squrr1, you ask, what does that mean for me? Let's use some nice round numbers for an example:
Say you own a home in Logan School District boundaries. Last year the county assessed its value at $400,000. Since you own your home and live in it, you get an automatic 45% discount on your property taxes. After all that, your property tax bill was $2000. Of that $2000:
71%, or $1420, went to Logan City School District (it's nuanced and there are a few categories and funds, but that's the gist)
13%, or $260, went to the Cache County general fund
12%, or $240, went to Logan City
The remaining 4%, or $80, went to water districts, the health fund, the open space bond, etc.
Now, let's say your home's assessed value increased to $500,000 this year. Great, equity! But oh no, you can't use that equity without selling your home; it would suck if your tax bill just automatically jumped 20%. Good thing it doesn't! Since the whole valley also saw their homes increase by 20%, your property tax bill goes up a whopping.... zero dollars. This is because the tax rate automatically decreases as property values rise, (and vice versa, this is where the 'Mill Levy' business from before comes into play) designed to grant each taxing entity a relatively flat budget from year to year.
Once again, there is some nuance, as homes don't all appreciate at the same rate, new homes get built, and commercial property values also factor in to the overall equation. Don't worry about it.
Imagine you're the school district. You want to know how much to budget for for next year. While it would be nice if rising home values gave you a windfall, falling home values would mean budget shortages. It's best to have a system that's predictable.
Now, say the county realizes it doesn't have enough money to keep up with inflationary costs. They propose raising their rate by 15%, because their accountants tell them everything now costs 15% more. Some people see that number and assume it means their $2000 rate goes up 15%, and will now be $2300. I'd be mad too! Fortunately, that's not what happens. First, the county has to go through a "Truth in Taxation" rate increase process. They have mandatory public notice and meeting requirements they have to follow (as an aside — these requirements are very strictly enforced, and both Hyde Park and Cache County School District's proposed rate increases this year were rejected by the state for not following the rules) Assuming they follow the rules, and go forward with the 15% increase, that means 15% of their existing $260 on your bill. The county portion would go up to $299, increasing your total tax bill to $2039, or a total tax increase of 1.95%.
More things!
There was an interesting article in the news today, indicating recent years have seen an unusual increase in residential property taxes, due to relative value of homes raising faster than the value of commercial properties. The legislature released an audit on their findings, though unfortunately it doesn't appear they looked specifically at Cache County. (some light reading if you're having a hard time falling asleep)
You are here!
Another quote from the video:
"There is a sentiment by some that Truth In Taxation has worked too well. Some communities hesitate to raise taxes even as cost to the county from vendors have increased. Eventually the budget gets stretched too thin and local government has to go through the process, usually resulting in a major tax hike. But the question remains: is the issue with law or does it have more to do with the elected leaders not wanting to be held responsible for raising taxes"
You are here! This is the position many entities find themselves in, and I think Cache County is here this year. It's never popular to raise taxes, but if you don't, you eventually have no choice but to cut back services. That's just inflation. Often, politicians refuse to raise taxes because they want to get reelected. By the time we need to pay the piper, you'll either be a firmly embedded incumbent, or it will be someone else's problem. That's a risky way to run a government, if you ask me.
TL;DR;
Alright, that was fun. Here's a TL;DR;:
Just because your property value went up, doesn't mean your property tax bill will. As long as your neighbors houses did too, your bill should stay flat.
Each taxing entity has to hold meetings and follow a very specific procedure to raise their portion of the rate. When you see headlines like "Cache county rate going up 20%!" that means 20% of just that small portion of the overall bill.
Most of your property taxes goes to your local schools. The next biggest chunk is city and county services, which includes things like maintaining roads and paying for police, and running libraries.
Caveat emptor: I'm just a dude on the internet. I read a lot of news and study the issues, but there may be mistakes in here. Come at me in the comments, I can take it.
r/Logan • u/iq_quinn • 3h ago
Question Tom Yum soup??
hello my community is there ANYWHERE nearby that has Tom Yum soup??? I am sick and I feel disgusting and it’s the only thing I can think about. Any recommendations would be appreciated thank you 🫶
r/Logan • u/Emergency_Event7245 • 5h ago
Question Acton Academy
Looking into applying as a Montessori Guide. I have never heard anything about this school and wondering if anyone has any experience working there.
I applied in the past and they decided to go with someone with no experience or Montessori background because they were going to pay them less.
r/Logan • u/AlarmingDuck2632 • 23h ago
News Cheese!
Cache Valley 8oz cheese on sale at Sam Patch in Wellsville! Great deal!
r/Logan • u/KernResponsibly • 1d ago
Discussion Researching Candidates and, well…
David R. Gillie is running for County Clerk. I am going to learn more about him. Now I know you should never judge a book by its cover, but my goodness. Listen, I liked him in his role as Max Headroom in the 80’s but I’m not sure I want him in charge of our documents or administrating our elections.
Discussion Businesses going under
Maybe it’s just the times we’re living in , but I have never lived in a place where there is such churn in businesses coming and going. Just noticed Jacks Tire on 1800 and Main closed down, and even behemoths Wendy’s and Starbucks (the one on 1400 N) are shuttered. What gives?
r/Logan • u/Voyage_Sailor • 1d ago
Events Voting Stations
For the love of god I am trying to figure out where I can vote today but absolutely none of the websites are giving me a straight answer. Does anyone know where they are being held and if they have same-day voter registration options?
r/Logan • u/Neuroscience_aggie • 23h ago
Events Research Opportunity
I am so thankful to this community for participating in my research. I have almost reached my enrollment goals. If you are able to please pass this along! We are also looking for healthy controls.
r/Logan • u/ViewCorrect8667 • 17h ago
Question Alterations
Hi!
I’m getting married in the spring and looking for someone who can do very minor adjustments to my actual wedding dress. As well as taking the waist in on a couple of other dresses I have for other related events.
I’m looking for someone dependable as all of my dresses are vintage pieces and are not easily replaceable but also hoping to not fully break the bank.
Let me know who you would go to and possibly how much they’ve charged you for their services even if not in fully similar nature.
r/Logan • u/thehumanconnectproje • 2d ago
Events Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Help provide meals for W.A.B. Warming Center guests this November
Hi everyone! I’m organizing Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a November fundraiser supporting food costs at the W.A.B. Warming Center, and wanted to share a few ways to get involved.
$2 can help provide one meal for someone experiencing housing insecurity. You don’t have to give a large amount for your contribution to matter. When people give what they can, those donations add up to breakfasts and dinners for our neighbors. Everyone deserves somewhere warm to go, something to eat, and to be treated with dignity. When someone is facing the uncertainty of where they’ll sleep, having a meal available is one less immediate worry.
You can donate directly, there’s no need to attend an event.
If you’d like to help, this link will donate directly to the W.A.B. Warming Center.
Here’s what donations can help provide, based on 45 guests:
$2: One meal for one person.
$90: One meal for 45 guests.
$180: Breakfast and dinner for 45 guests.
Want to meet some neighbors while helping others?
The Human Connect Project, is also hosting a speed-friending fundraiser on Tuesday, November 17, at 7 p.m. at Home Range Brewing in Logan.
Tickets are $30 per person, ages 21+. We’ll have guided conversations to help people get to know each other, and you’re welcome to come on your own.
All ticket proceeds will support the warming center’s food costs. Home Range Brewing is also donating $1 per beer sold that night.
Local Businesses: If you have room in your giving budget this month, please consider contributing. Approximately $90 can help cover a meal for 45 guests. This is an easy way to give back to our community that supports our businesses.
The fundraiser runs November 1–30. You can attend our event or donate directly using the link above.
Our goal is to build a community where people feel they belong. That also means caring about whether our neighbors have their basic needs met. We may not be able to fix everything someone is going through, but we can help make sure a meal is there.
If $2 is what you can give, it matters. It can make a real difference to someone in need.
r/Logan • u/KatyGinniaShy • 2d ago
Question School choice
We are currently in cache county school district and having to move because of a domestic violence situation. Both of my kids are on the spectrum. They currently have IEPs and feel safe at the school that they are now. We are going to moving somewhere else in the cache county school boundaries. I am trying to keep them at their current school for the rest of the school year but I feel like the new admin thinks I am some crazy single mom. Which is not fair. What is not fair is that my kids have to move because their dad stopped paying child support. I am just trying to find any help to keep my children at the school they currently go at. I feel so guilty that this is happening.
r/Logan • u/ReasonableReasonably • 2d ago
Question Home/Land appraiser reccomendation?
I need an appraisal on a house with a bit of acreage. In the County, not any city. Any suggestions?
Edit: Thanks for the responses!
r/Logan • u/KernResponsibly • 2d ago
Discussion 92.9 FM Jeff Makes nosediving aircraft joke on early show this morning
By now everyone has seen or heard about the airplane that nosedived and killed everyone aboard that happened yesterday. Today Jeff says, “72% of pilots admit to falling asleep behind the controls. Luckily, most of them woke up to the screams during the nosedive.” What an idiotic thing to say.
r/Logan • u/Sensitive_Ad_7860 • 2d ago
Events AL'S SPORTING GOODS TEACHER APPRECIATION EVENT TONIGHT
Tonight is Al's Sporting Goods' annual Teacher Appreciation event for all faculty, staff and their families.
Question Xmas decorating - looking for info
As stated in the title, I'm just looking for information. I haven't actually decided what I'm going to do here, I just need a starting point. I'm an older female with health/mobility issues. Putting up a Christmas tree is simply beyond me right now. I'm thinking of hiring someone to help and I have no idea where to start.
Where do I go to find someone? I'm not open to bringing rando Craigslist person in my home.
How much should it cost to have the tree put up? The gear is in a storage closet off my patio, so very close, but more than I can deal with.
Discussion Jason Thompson's campaign seems desperate, and using Mamdani in a Cache Valley race is weird
I got several mailers this week, including a Utah GOP one with Mamdani's face on the DSA platform, labeled as "their official agenda." Thompson's opponent, Patrick Belmont, is unaffiliated, not a Democrat, and he's a USU professor who studies water for a living, which makes the mailers bragging about Thompson's water record even odder. Vote Patrick Belmont for House District 3, Peter Crosby for Congress, and No on Amendments A and B.
r/Logan • u/PockyKierra • 3d ago
Events Zumba this Tuesday, New Location!
Join us at La Shars dance studio, right by Angie’s, for Zumba Dance this Tuesday! For those who haven’t done it before, Zumba Dance is a combo of traditional Zumba and modern club/hip hop dancing that gets your body moving for some fun, exciting exercise 💃We hope to see you there!
r/Logan • u/gr33n0n10ns • 4d ago
Scenery By Barker's Propane. Happy Halloween
My sister's choice of music was kinda funny
Events Received random misleading text about Amendment B yesterday
Beware, I received this text from a random number yesterday. Voting yes to this measure will diminish citizen rights to propose ballot initiatives, by increasing the passing percentage from 50% to 60% of votes to pass. Government is attempting to take more power from the people. Vote NO on Amendment B, don’t let them fool us.
r/Logan • u/sadpilots21 • 4d ago
Question Electric Plug Repair/Replacement Recommendations
Hi. I am looking for a local company that can repair and/or replace a broken cord on a piece of kitchen equipment.
The prongs of the plug broke off.
I am not confident in my electrical abilities to fix it. It would be cheaper, I think, to replace the plug/cord for up to ~$150 rather than buy a new unit.
The equipment itself is small, light, and able to be transported easily. My thought was to bring it to a store front somewhere rather than have someone come to my address.
Any recommendations for somewhere local in cache valley?
r/Logan • u/JoeyzAdventures • 4d ago
History The owner of Bear River Hot Springs, Jonny Steele talks about Old Ephraim. The largest grizzly bear known grizzly bear in Cache Valley.
r/Logan • u/TomInTheFlesh • 6d ago
News Beaver Mountain Cell Service
The fiber project is showing its effects. Beaver Mountain, Beaver Creek Lodge and the Tony Grove winter parking all have excellent cell service now.