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Wellington, UT Utility & Living Guide
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand. It is located at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Remutaka Range. Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. It is the world's southernmost capital
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$40/mo
$20/mo
$60/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 Wellington is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The city is growing, with new developments and subdivisions being built
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 1.2% + City 0.6%</p> | |
Utah has a 4.95% state income tax rate, with no local income taxes
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Wellington has limited public transportation, but the city is relatively small and walkable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Dinosaur National Monument
- Utah Field House of Natural History
- Price River
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Wellington has regulations regarding zoning, building codes, and business licenses
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📊 Wellington — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Wellington tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electricity bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, cooling costs are relatively low due to the city's high elevation and dry climate
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 84542 has a property tax millage rate of 0.0065, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the city's relatively small size and walkable downtown area, but limited sidewalk infrastructure and lack of elevator access in some public buildings
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