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Gunnison, 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 | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Gunnison is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are limited, but can be found through local property management companies. New construction is occasional, with some developments on the outskirts of town.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
105
88
110
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.7% + County 1.2% + City 0.6%</p> | |
Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes
Family & Relocation
70
7.2/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Gunnison has limited public transit, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- Gunnison Valley High School Rodeo
- Sanpete County Fair
- Palisade State Park
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Gunnison has ordinances regulating livestock within city limits, as well as rules for yard sales and home 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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📊 Gunnison — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring higher electric bills due to air conditioning usage, while winters are generally mild, resulting in lower heating costs. However, occasional cold snaps can increase heating bills.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 84634 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 0.0065, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to limited sidewalks and crosswalks in some areas, but the town's small size and relatively flat terrain make it accessible for families with strollers
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