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Sugar City, 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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$40/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 | 0.9% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Sugar City is relatively affordable, with a range of options available for renters and buyers. However, the market can be competitive, especially for newer homes. Overall, Sugar City offers a great balance of affordability and quality of life.
Cost of Living
94
-6% below national average
95
88
105
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.9% |
| <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 Sugar City.
Family & Relocation
70
7.5/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Sugar City has limited public transportation options, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, making it accessible for families with strollers.
- Sugar City Park
- Rexburg Nature Park
- Idaho Falls Zoo
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📰 Live Local News
Sugar City has regulations in place regarding zoning, building permits, and business licenses, but overall the city has a relatively business-friendly environment.
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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📊 Sugar City — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Sugar City tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see a decrease in utility costs, with average electric bills 10-20% lower from June to August.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 83448 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Sugar City has decent sidewalk quality and park access, but elevator access in transit is limited, and family infrastructure could be improved with more dedicated bike lanes and pedestrian paths.
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