Salt Lake County Auditor

What this office does

The county's chief financial officer and record-keeper. Typically manages the budget process, pays the county's bills, keeps its books and figures property tax bills. In some states, such as South Dakota and Washington, the county auditor also runs elections.

Candidates

Next elections here

• Salt Lake City election 2027 · November 2, 2027: Mayor and City Council Districts 2, 4 and 6
• 2028 presidential election · Who has filed so far, from FEC filings

Also on Salt Lake County ballots

• Salt Lake County Clerk
• Salt Lake County Council At-Large A
• Salt Lake County Council, District 1
• Salt Lake County Council, District 3
• Salt Lake County Council, District 5
• Salt Lake County District Attorney
• Salt Lake County Sheriff

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Quick answers

Who is running for Salt Lake County Auditor in 2026?

Ali Cloward (Democrat) and Chris Harding (Republican).

Who is the incumbent?

Chris Harding currently holds this office.

What does this office do?

The county's chief financial officer and record-keeper. Typically manages the budget process, pays the county's bills, keeps its books and figures property tax bills. In some states, such as South Dakota and Washington, the county auditor also runs elections.

Who should I vote for in the Salt Lake County Auditor race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.