Eureka, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Eureka, 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$250/mo
1BR Rent$900/mo
Sales Tax6.5%
COL Index97 (-3% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

PacifiCorp
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$40/mo

Eureka City Water
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Juab County Sanitation
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$900/mo
2 Bedrooms$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms$1800/mo
Median Home Price$280,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$800

The housing market in Eureka is relatively small with limited inventory, prices have been stable in recent years. Rentals are scarce, and most residents own their homes. New construction is occasional, often driven by demand from nearby mining operations.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

97

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-3% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

88

Healthcare

120

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.5%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 4.85% + County 1.0% + City 0.65%</p>

Utah state income tax is a flat 4.95%, with no local income taxes

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries in mining, tourism, and agriculture
Top Local Concerns
Environmental impact of mining, access to healthcare, economic diversification
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the town is small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and paths

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Eureka Ghost Town
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    Tintic Mining Museum
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    Utah Lake

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The historic downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a charming, small-town feel, with easy access to local amenities and outdoor recreation. Families often prefer the newer developments on the outskirts of town for more modern amenities.

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📊 Eureka — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months see a slight increase in utility costs due to air conditioning usage, while winters are generally mild, resulting in lower heating costs. However, extreme weather events can cause fluctuations in utility prices.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84628 has a property tax millage rate of 0.65%, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, Eureka has some stroller-friendly infrastructure, including sidewalks and paths, but elevator access in public buildings can be limited, and park access is somewhat restricted due to the town's historic character and mining activities

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