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New Harmony, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$280/mo

1BR Rent$1100/mo

Sales Tax6.75%

COL Index108 (+8% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$380,000

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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

Washington County Water Conservancy District

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Washington County Solid Waste

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$380,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$900

The housing market in New Harmony is relatively affordable, with a mix of new and established homes. The area is popular with families and retirees. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

108

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+8% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6.75%
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
<p>State 4.85% + County 1.35% + City 0.55%</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

+10% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tech, tourism, and agriculture

Top Local Concerns

Traffic, affordable housing, water conservation

🚌 Transit for Families

New Harmony has limited public transportation, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Zion National Park
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Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
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Washington County Fairgrounds

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around the town center is popular with families, with easy access to parks and schools. The nearby neighborhoods of Hurricane and La Verkin also offer a range of housing options.

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New Harmony has zoning regulations to preserve its rural character and natural resources

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📊 New Harmony — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in New Harmony tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% during the peak summer months. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the mild climate.