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Lake Powell, 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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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
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 | $1200 |
The housing market in Lake Powell is relatively small and competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and some vacation rentals available. Prices have been rising in recent years due to the area’s growing popularity. Rentals can be scarce, especially during peak season.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
102
110
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8.1% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.85% + County 1.25% + City 2% (Page, AZ, which serves as the commercial hub for Lake Powell, UT)</p> | |
Utah state income tax is 4.95%, with no local income tax
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit options are limited in Lake Powell, but the area is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly trails and sidewalks
- Lake Powell National Recreation Area
- Antelope Canyon
- Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Lake Powell based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Key local rules include those related to water conservation, waste management, and off-highway vehicle use
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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📊 Lake Powell — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Lake Powell can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the summer due to air conditioning usage, and lower costs in the winter. Water costs can also vary, with higher usage during the peak tourist season.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.5 to 1.5, with some local surtaxes specific to Coconino County, AZ, which serves as the primary county for Lake Powell, UT
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: while Lake Powell has some stroller-friendly trails and sidewalks, the area's rugged terrain and limited public transit options can make it challenging for families with strollers to get around
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