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SSL, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$340/mo
1BR Rent$1400/mo
Sales Tax7.25%
COL Index108 (+8% above national average)
Family Score8/10
Median Home$420,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Dominion Energy
💧 Water

$50/mo

Saratoga Springs City Water
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$340/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1400/mo
2 Bedrooms$1800/mo
3 Bedrooms$2400/mo
Median Home Price$420,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

The housing market in Saratoga Springs is growing rapidly, with new developments and subdivisions emerging. Home prices are relatively high due to the area’s popularity and limited inventory. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly for families and young professionals.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

108

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+8% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

96

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.25%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 5.95% + County 0.5% + City 0.8%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
8/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+15% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple, with a mix of conservative and liberal views
Business Momentum
High, with key industries in tech, healthcare, and education
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, affordable housing, public safety
🚌 Transit for Families

Saratoga Springs has limited public transportation, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly trails and parks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Nebo Creek Trail
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    Saratoga Springs City Park
  • 🎯
    Utah Lake State Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The best neighborhoods for families in Saratoga Springs include the downtown area, with its shops and restaurants, and the newer subdivisions with parks and playgrounds. The city also has a few gated communities with amenities like pools and clubhouses.

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📊 SSL — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Saratoga Springs tend to be higher in the winter due to heating, with average gas bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, electricity costs may increase due to air conditioning, but the city's relatively mild summers keep these costs lower than in other parts of the country.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84045 has a property tax millage rate of 0.8%, with no local surtaxes. Utah County also has a 0.5% sales tax rate, which applies to purchases made in Saratoga Springs.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks, but limited elevator access in some public buildings and a need for more stroller-friendly trails and bike lanes

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