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Vernon, UT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Vernon is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but prices are competitive. The area is attracting new residents due to its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities.
Cost of Living
97
-3% below national average
95
88
105
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 4.7% + County 1.4% + City 0.4%</p> | |
Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes
Family & Relocation
60
6.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Vernon has limited public transportation, but the area is relatively flat and walkable, with some sidewalks and bike lanes
- Vernon Reservoir
- Tooele County Fairgrounds
- Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
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📰 Live Local News
Vernon has zoning ordinances and building codes to preserve its rural character and natural 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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📊 Vernon — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring higher electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see increased costs for heating. However, the area's mild climate means that utility costs remain relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 84080 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 0.8%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Vernon has some sidewalks and bike lanes, but the area is not highly developed for stroller-friendly infrastructure, and some roads lack pedestrian crossings and elevators in transit
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