Midvale, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Midvale, UT Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$340/mo
1BR Rent$1100/mo
Sales Tax7.75%
COL Index102 (+2% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$340,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Dominion Energy
💧 Water

$50/mo

Midvale City Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$340/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms$2000/mo
Median Home Price$340,000
Property Tax Rate0.82%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

The housing market in Midvale is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also an option, with many apartments and townhouses to choose from. However, prices are rising due to the area’s growing popularity.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

102

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+2% above national average

Groceries

98

Transportation

96

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.75%
Property Tax Rate0.82%
<p>State 5.95% + County 0.5% + City 1.3%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+10% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple description, with a mix of conservative and liberal views
Business Momentum
High, with key industries in tech, healthcare, and manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, affordable housing, public safety
🚌 Transit for Families

Midvale has a relatively walkable downtown area, but public transit options are limited, and stroller-friendly infrastructure is not always available

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Hogle Zoo
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    Natural History Museum of Utah
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    Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a mix of old and new homes, with tree-lined streets and a small-town feel. The area around the Jordan River Parkway is also popular for its parks and trails. However, some areas are still developing and may not have all the amenities families are looking for.

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📊 Midvale — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Midvale fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with high summer electricity bills due to air conditioning and high winter gas bills due to heating. However, the city's dry climate means that water bills are relatively low year-round.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84047 has a property tax millage rate of 0.82%, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10, with explanation: Midvale has some sidewalks and parks, but they are not always well-maintained or stroller-friendly, and elevator access in public transit is limited

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