Evicting a bad tenant in Utah costs ~$7,175.
How Utah handles evictions
High filing fee but treble damages available.
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Utah eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Utah?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Utah at around $7,175 all-in: a $375 filing fee, roughly 1.2 months of lost rent ($1,800 at a typical $1,500/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Utah?
Roughly 35 days (~5 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. High filing fee but treble damages available.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Utah?
$375, filed with the District Court. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Utah?
Evictions in Utah are handled by the District Court.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the District Court's published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,500), legal fees ($1,000) and turnover ($1,500) are round planning figures, the same for every state, not costs measured in Utah. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.