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Ogden, UT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$108/mo
$43/mo
$32/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1044/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1295/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1649/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.82% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $943 |
The Ogden housing market is growing rapidly, with new developments and renovations popping up throughout the city. However, affordability remains a concern for some residents. The market is expected to continue growing, driven by the city’s strong economy and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Cost of Living
94.3
-5.7% below national average
95.4
88.2
105.2
$943
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.82% |
| <p>State 4.85% + County 0.55% + City 1.85%</p> | |
Utah has a flat state income tax rate of 4.95%, with some deductions and credits available.
Family & Relocation
55
7.1/10
$943/mo
City Pulse
Ogden's public transit system is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and a growing network of bike lanes and sidewalks.
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Ogden has regulations in place to protect its historic districts and natural areas, and also has rules governing short-term rentals and home-based businesses.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- 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
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Ogden — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Ogden's utility costs fluctuate significantly by season, with summer months seeing higher electricity costs due to air conditioning usage, and winter months seeing higher gas costs due to heating needs. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during these peak months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.65-0.85%, with some local surtaxes specific to Weber County
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score: 8/10, with explanation: Ogden's sidewalks and parks are generally well-maintained and accessible, but some areas lack elevator access in transit and family infrastructure, such as changing tables and nursing rooms.
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