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Cost of living in Garfield County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,677/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,170 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $368 14%
Groceries $340 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $140 5%
State tax $126 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Garfield County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$664
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Garfield County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,688
per year
Individual earnings
$32,568
per year
Per capita
$31,935
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Garfield County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$285,800
Annual property tax
$1,087

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Garfield 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 Garfield County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.3%

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 Garfield 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 Garfield County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.6 min
Drive alone
71.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Garfield County

What it costs to live in Garfield County each month.

Single person
$2,677
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $368
  • State tax $126
Couple
$3,936
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $679
  • State tax $239
Family
$6,262
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $679
  • State tax $239

Frequently asked questions about Garfield County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Garfield County?

In Garfield County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Garfield County?

In Garfield County, UT, the average household income is $61,688 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,568 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Garfield County?

The estimated cost of living in Garfield County, UT is approximately $2,677 per month for a single person, $3,936 for a couple, $6,262 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Garfield County?

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

Is Garfield County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Garfield County, UT would need approximately $2,677 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,688 per year ($5,141 per month). Garfield County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Garfield County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Garfield County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Garfield County?

The average home value in Garfield County, UT is $285,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,087, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Garfield 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