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Jensen, 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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$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Jensen is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices may vary depending on the location and amenities. Overall, the market is stable, with moderate growth expected in the coming years.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
105
88
110
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.7% + County 1.2% + City 0.6%</p> | |
Utah has a flat state income tax rate of 4.95%
Family & Relocation
70
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Jensen has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Dinosaur National Monument
- Uintah County Fairgrounds
- Jensen Town Park
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Jensen has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental conservation
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- 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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📊 Jensen — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Jensen fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher natural gas bills in the winter for heating. However, the town's relatively mild climate means that these fluctuations are not as extreme as in other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 84035 has a property tax millage rate of 0.65%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Jensen has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the town's rural areas can be challenging to navigate with a stroller, and elevator access in transit is limited
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