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Eureka, UT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Eureka is relatively small with limited inventory, prices have been stable in recent years. Rentals are scarce, and most residents own their homes. New construction is occasional, often driven by demand from nearby mining operations.
Cost of Living
97
-3% below national average
105
88
120
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.85% + County 1.0% + City 0.65%</p> | |
Utah state income tax is a flat 4.95%, with no local income taxes
Family & Relocation
70
7.2/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the town is small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and paths
- Eureka Ghost Town
- Tintic Mining Museum
- Utah Lake
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📰 Live Local News
Zoning laws are in place to preserve the town’s historic character, and there are specific regulations regarding mining activities
Financial Tools
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Eureka — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months see a slight increase in utility costs due to air conditioning usage, while winters are generally mild, resulting in lower heating costs. However, extreme weather events can cause fluctuations in utility prices.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 84628 has a property tax millage rate of 0.65%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Eureka has some stroller-friendly infrastructure, including sidewalks and paths, but elevator access in public buildings can be limited, and park access is somewhat restricted due to the town's historic character and mining activities
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