Emery County, UT Property Records
Property records in Emery, Utah document the ownership, boundaries, valuation, and legal history of real estate within the community and Emery County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel descriptions, property tax information, and assessment details. They are useful for confirming ownership, researching a property before purchase, reviewing title history, resolving boundary questions, and understanding tax obligations or assessed value.
Official records for Emery properties are maintained at the county level. Users can access land and recording information through the Emery County Recorder’s Office and related county departments. For the most reliable source, visit the county’s page for official property records, where residents, buyers, researchers, and professionals can find guidance on record searches, document recording, and public access procedures.
Emery County, UT Property Records & Statistics
Emery County has a median rent of $680, well below the Utah median of $864 and the national median of $840.25. Renters occupy 19.44% of housing, slightly above the state's 18.15% but below the national 21.81%, so most homes are owner-occupied.
The median home value is $164,600, much lower than the state median of $278,450 and also below the national median of $173,750. Property taxes are somewhat higher than the state average: the county's median property tax rate of 0.59% is above Utah's 0.52% but below the national 0.74%.
The median household income of $66,154 is under the state figure of $71,129 but slightly above the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 1.92% is lower than both Utah's 2.41% and the national 2.87%, indicating a stable job market.
Overall, Emery County combines low rents and home values with near-average incomes, low unemployment and a mid-range tax rate, making it one of the more affordable places to own a home in Utah.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Emery
Emery County property records include tax assessments, deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 14,934 total parcels, including 3,940 residential and 373 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 61.26% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The recorder holds 7,066 deeds and 3,897 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 2,998 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 14,934 |
| Residential Parcels | 3,940 |
| Commercial Parcels | 373 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 61.26% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 7,066 |
| Mortgage Records | 3,897 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 2,998 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 88 |
How to Search Emery County, UT Property Records
Emery County property records are maintained by the Assessor, who values the county's 14,934 parcels, the Treasurer, who collects taxes, and the Recorder, who keeps deeds, mortgages and other recorded documents.
The Emery County Recorder page has office information and contact details. The Recorder is at 75 East Main, Castle Dale, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 435-381-3520. Deeds and mortgages in the county's records run from January 2, 2008, to mid-2019, so contact the office for anything outside that range.
For statewide guidance on valuations, tax notices and appeals, see the Utah State Tax Commission property tax division. For parcel boundaries, the Utah Geospatial Resource Center parcel data page describes the statewide layer.
To search, have the property address, owner name or parcel number ready. Confirm the parcel with the Assessor, then ask the Recorder for the deeds and mortgages recorded against it.
Emery Registrar of Deeds
The Emery County Probate Office is located at 75 East Main, Castle Dale, UT, 84513 and can be reached at 435-381-3520. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website emerycounty.com.
Emery County Recorder
Emery County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Emery County property records by address?
Contact the Assessor or the Emery County Recorder with the property's street address, which links to its parcel record. If the address doesn't produce a match, try the owner's name or call the Recorder at 435-381-3520 for help locating the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Emery County?
Owner names appear in parcel records and on recorded deeds. The county's records include 7,066 deeds from January 2, 2008, to May 6, 2019. Call the Recorder's office at 435-381-3520 to confirm who holds title to a specific property.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Emery County?
The County Assessor sets values for the county's 14,934 parcels, and tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Reach the Assessor through the Emery County website, and see the Utah State Tax Commission for how valuations and appeals work.
Where can I find Emery County property tax bills and payment records?
The County Treasurer bills and collects property taxes. Find the Treasurer through the Emery County website for payment options, or call the Recorder at 435-381-3520 to be pointed to the right office for a tax notice or payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Emery County?
The Emery County Recorder keeps deeds, mortgages and other documents. Visit 75 East Main, Castle Dale, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or call 435-381-3520 to request copies or ask about records outside the 2008 to 2019 range in the county's data.
Where can I access Emery County parcel maps and GIS information?
The Utah Geospatial Resource Center publishes statewide parcel data that includes Emery County. For county-maintained maps, ask the Assessor through the county website. Parcel maps are a reference tool and not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Emery County?
Permits and zoning in unincorporated areas are handled by county staff, while towns such as Castle Dale, Huntington and Ferron manage their own rules. Start at the Emery County website, and confirm requirements with the correct office before you build or change a property's use.
How can I create a list of property owners in Emery County?
The available tools are designed for individual properties. For a list of owners, call the Recorder at 435-381-3520 or contact the Assessor through the county website and ask what ownership data can be provided and whether fees or a request form apply.