Modena, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Modena, UT Utility & Living Guide

Modena is a city and comune (municipality) on the south side of the Po Valley, in the Province of Modena, in the region of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy. With a population of 184,361 as of 2026, it is the 20th-largest city in Italy.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$250/mo
1BR Rent$1000/mo
Sales Tax6.75%
COL Index98 (-2% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$40/mo

Modena Water Company
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Iron County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1000/mo
2 Bedrooms$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms$1900/mo
Median Home Price$280,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$900

The housing market in Modena is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes. Rentals are scarce, and most residents own their homes. The market is stable, with slow growth.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

98

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-2% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

88

Healthcare

95

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.75%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 4.85% + County 1.3% + City 0.6%</p>

Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Low with key industries in tourism, agriculture, and small manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Water conservation, affordable housing, rural broadband access
🚌 Transit for Families

Modena has limited public transit, but the town is small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Cedar Breaks National Monument
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    Iron County Fairgrounds
  • 🎯
    Parowan Valley

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around Main Street is popular for families, with easy access to parks and the town's few amenities. The outskirts of town offer more rural settings and larger properties.

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📊 Modena — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months see higher electricity bills due to air conditioning, while winters are mild, resulting in lower heating costs. Overall, utility costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84753 has a property tax millage rate of 0.65%, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

4/10: Modena's sidewalks and parks are limited, but the town's small size and rural setting make it relatively easy to navigate with a stroller, although elevator access in transit is non-existent

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