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SLC, UT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$108/mo
$43/mo
$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1249/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1599/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2099/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.6% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The Salt Lake City housing market is highly competitive, with low inventory and rising prices. The city is seeing a surge in new construction, particularly in the downtown area. However, affordability remains a concern for many residents.
Cost of Living
97
-3% below national average
95
88
105
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.75% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.6% |
| <p>State 4.85% + County 0.5% + City 2.4%</p> | |
Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes.
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Salt Lake City has a relatively stroller-friendly public transit system, with accessible buses and trains, but some areas of the city can be challenging to navigate with a stroller due to lack of sidewalks and bike lanes.
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📰 Live Local News
Salt Lake City has regulations in place for short-term rentals, and the city is working to address issues related to homelessness and affordable housing.
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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📊 SLC — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
In the summer, utility costs in Salt Lake City can be higher due to the need for air conditioning, with average electricity bills increasing by 15-20%. In the winter, natural gas bills may be higher due to heating needs, with average bills increasing by 10-15%.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.6-0.8%, with some local surtaxes specific to Salt Lake County, such as the 0.25% transit tax.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Salt Lake City has some stroller-friendly infrastructure, including sidewalks and parks, but can be challenging in some areas due to lack of bike lanes and uneven pavement.
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