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Cost of living in Duchesne County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,801/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,932 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $795 28%
Federal tax $507 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $159 6%
Energy $140 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Duchesne County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$671
per month
1 bedroom
$795
per month
2 bedroom
$942
per month
3 bedroom
$1,273
per month
4 bedroom
$1,326
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Duchesne County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,738
per year
Individual earnings
$41,037
per year
Per capita
$30,966
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Duchesne County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$253,600
Annual property tax
$1,611

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Duchesne County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$90
per month · 12¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$1,680
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Duchesne County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Duchesne County

State and local tax rates for Utah.

State income tax
4.7%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.1%
Combined sales tax
7.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Duchesne County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.5 min
Drive alone
77.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
8.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Duchesne County

What it costs to live in Duchesne County each month.

Single person
$2,801
per month
  • Rent $795
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $507
  • State tax $159
Couple
$4,210
per month
  • Rent $942
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $893
  • State tax $290
Family
$6,676
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $893
  • State tax $290

Frequently asked questions about Duchesne County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Duchesne County?

In Duchesne County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $795 per month, a two-bedroom averages $942 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Duchesne County?

In Duchesne County, UT, the average household income is $74,738 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,037 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Duchesne County?

The estimated cost of living in Duchesne County, UT is approximately $2,801 per month for a single person, $4,210 for a couple, $6,676 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Duchesne County?

The combined sales tax rate in Duchesne County, UT is 7.19%, which includes the Utah state rate of 6.10% plus an average local rate of 1.09%.

Is Duchesne County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Duchesne County, UT would need approximately $2,801 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,738 per year ($6,228 per month). Duchesne County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Duchesne County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Duchesne County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Duchesne County?

The average home value in Duchesne County, UT is $253,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,611, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Duchesne County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources