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Sunnyside, UT Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$250/mo

1BR Rent$900/mo

Sales Tax6.5%

COL Index94 (-6% below national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$280,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

PacifiCorp

🔥 Gas

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N/A - Electric only

💧 Water

$40/mo

Sunnyside Town Water

🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Carbon County Solid Waste

📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$250/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$900/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1200/mo
3 Bedrooms	$1600/mo
Median Home Price	$280,000
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo	$800

The housing market in Sunnyside is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are limited, but can be found in the surrounding areas. The town is growing slowly, with new developments popping up.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

-6% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

Healthcare

120

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6.5%
Property Tax Rate	0.8%
<p>State 4.85% + County 1.0% + City 0.65%</p>

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

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

5.5/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+2% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in energy, mining, and agriculture

Top Local Concerns

Economic development, public services, environmental protection

🚌 Transit for Families

Sunnyside has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively small and walkable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Sunnyside Park
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Carbon County Fairgrounds
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Price River

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The areas around Sunnyside Park and the town center are popular with families, offering a mix of older and newer homes and easy access to amenities.

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Sunnyside has ordinances regulating noise, pets, and property maintenance

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📊 Sunnyside — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Sunnyside can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage. In the winter, heating costs can also increase, although the town's relatively mild winters help keep these costs lower than in other parts of the country.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84539 has a property tax millage rate of 0.0065, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

4/10, due to limited sidewalk infrastructure and park access, although the town's small size and relatively flat terrain make it easier to navigate with a stroller

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