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Chester, 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 | $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 Chester is relatively small, with a mix of older and newer homes. Prices have been steadily increasing due to the area’s natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. Rentals are limited, but available.
Cost of Living
98
-2% below national average
105
92
110
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.85% + County 1.1% + City 0.55%</p> | |
Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Chester has limited public transportation, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and trails
- Manti-La Sal National Forest
- Sanpete Valley
- Fairview Museum of History and Art
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Chester has ordinances regulating zoning, building permits, and business licenses
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
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Chester — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Chester fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in summer due to air conditioning and higher propane costs in winter for heating. However, the area's mild climate means that overall utility costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 84623 has a property tax millage rate of 0.0065, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Chester has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and trails, but the area's rural nature means that many roads lack sidewalks and crosswalks, making it less accessible for families with strollers
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