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Cost of living in Emery County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,725/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,968 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $407 15%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $140 5%
State tax $135 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Emery County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$664
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,295
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Emery County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,956
per year
Individual earnings
$34,922
per year
Per capita
$29,645
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Emery County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$197,100
Annual property tax
$1,151

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Emery 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 Emery County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.2%

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 Emery 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 Emery County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.2 min
Drive alone
81.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Emery County

What it costs to live in Emery County each month.

Single person
$2,725
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $407
  • State tax $135
Couple
$4,104
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $815
  • State tax $271
Family
$6,601
per month
  • Rent $1,295
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $815
  • State tax $271

Frequently asked questions about Emery County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Emery County?

In Emery County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,295 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Emery County?

In Emery County, UT, the average household income is $69,956 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,922 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Emery County?

The estimated cost of living in Emery County, UT is approximately $2,725 per month for a single person, $4,104 for a couple, $6,601 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Emery County?

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

Is Emery County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Emery County, UT would need approximately $2,725 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,956 per year ($5,830 per month). Emery County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Emery County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Emery County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Emery County?

The average home value in Emery County, UT is $197,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,151, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Emery 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