Weston, ID Utility & Living Guide

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Weston, ID Utility & Living Guide

Weston is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 511 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Logan, Utah-Idaho Metropolitan Statistical Area. It was first settled in 1865. The community was so named due to its location at the west bank of the Bear River.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$250/mo
1BR Rent$900/mo
Sales Tax6%
COL Index94 (-6% below national average)
Family Score8/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Rocky Mountain Power
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$40/mo

Weston Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$20/mo

Franklin County Sanitation
📶 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 Rate0.85%
Avg Childcare/mo$800

The housing market in Weston is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but prices are competitive. The market is stable, with slow growth.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

94

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-6% below national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

88

Healthcare

110

Childcare/mo

$800

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6%
Property Tax Rate0.85%
<p>State 6% + no County or City tax</p>

Idaho has a state income tax with a top rate of 6.925%, but no local income taxes

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
8/10
Safety Index

70

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$800/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries in agriculture, healthcare, and education
Top Local Concerns
Water conservation, rural broadband access, economic development
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
  • 🎯
    Weston City Park
  • 🎯
    Franklin County Fairgrounds

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around Weston City Park is popular with families, offering a mix of older and newer homes and easy access to amenities. The outskirts of town have more rural properties with acreage.

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📊 Weston — Census & Demographic Data

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

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months bring higher electric bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see increased costs for heating. However, the overall cost of utilities in Weston remains relatively stable throughout the year.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 84335 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, with explanation: while sidewalks and crosswalks are present in some areas, the town's rural nature and limited public transit options can make it challenging for families with strollers to get around

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