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Collinston, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$1000/mo

Sales Tax6.5%

COL Index97 (-3% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$50/mo

Box Elder County Water District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Box Elder County Sanitation

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1000/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in Collinston is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and most residents own their homes. The area is growing slowly, with new developments emerging.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-3% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6.5%
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
<p>State 4.85% + County 0.5% + City 1.15%</p>

Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in agriculture, healthcare, and education

Top Local Concerns

Water conservation, rural broadband access, economic development

🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the area is relatively flat and walkable, with some sidewalks and bike paths

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
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Golden Spike National Historical Park
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Box Elder County Fairgrounds

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center has a strong sense of community, with older homes and tree-lined streets. Newer developments on the outskirts offer more modern amenities and views of the surrounding countryside.

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Zoning laws restrict commercial development, and there are rules governing outdoor burning and water usage

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📊 Collinston — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months bring higher electric bills due to air conditioning usage, while winters are relatively mild, with lower heating costs. Residents can expect to pay around 10-20% more for electricity during the summer.