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Rexburg, ID Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$110/mo
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$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Rexburg is growing rapidly, with new developments and subdivisions being built to accommodate the increasing population. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly among students attending Brigham Young University-Idaho. Overall, the market is competitive, with prices rising steadily
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
95
88
105
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 6% + No County or City tax</p> | |
Idaho has a state income tax with a top rate of 6.925%, but there are no local income taxes in Rexburg
Family & Relocation
40
7.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Rexburg has limited public transportation, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Rexburg Nature Park
- Porter Park
- Rexburg Rapids
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📰 Live Local News
Rexburg has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and business licenses, which can be found on the city’s website
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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📊 Rexburg — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Rexburg tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with an average increase of 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see a decrease in utility costs, with an average savings of 10-20% from June to August
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 83440 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Rexburg has some stroller-friendly infrastructure, including sidewalks and parks, but could improve in terms of accessibility and connectivity, with some areas lacking curb cuts and smooth pavement
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