Roy, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Roy, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$340/mo
1BR Rent$1100/mo
Sales Tax7.25%
COL Index97 (-3% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Dominion Energy
💧 Water

$50/mo

Roy City Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Roy City Sanitation Department
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$340/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1100/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 Roy is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. The city has seen some new development in recent years, but prices remain competitive. Rentals are also available, with a range of options from apartments to single-family homes

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

97

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-3% below national average

Groceries

95

Transportation

92

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.25%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 5.95% + County 0.25% + City 1.05%</p>

Utah has a flat state income tax rate of 4.95%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and education
Top Local Concerns
traffic, crime, education
🚌 Transit for Families

Roy has a limited public transportation system, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Roy City Park
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    Ogden Nature Center
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    Hill Aerospace Museum

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The best neighborhoods for families in Roy include the areas around Roy City Park and the downtown area, which offer a mix of older and newer homes, as well as access to local amenities. The city also has some newer developments on the outskirts of town, which offer more modern homes and amenities

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📊 Roy — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Roy tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating costs, with the average gas bill increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, electricity costs may increase due to air conditioning usage, but the overall impact is less significant

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84067 has a property tax millage rate of 0.8%, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, Roy has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, but the city's infrastructure could be improved to better accommodate families with young children, particularly in terms of elevator access in public buildings and more extensive bike lanes

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