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Cost of living in Grand County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$3,090/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,697 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,074 35%
Federal tax $515 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $340 11%
Transport $320 10%
State tax $161 5%
Energy $140 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Grand County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,003
per month
1 bedroom
$1,074
per month
2 bedroom
$1,409
per month
3 bedroom
$1,907
per month
4 bedroom
$1,932
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Grand County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,521
per year
Individual earnings
$41,559
per year
Per capita
$41,443
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Grand County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$480,900
Annual property tax
$2,012

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Grand 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 Grand County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.6%

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 Grand 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 Grand County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.1 min
Drive alone
70.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Grand County

What it costs to live in Grand County each month.

Single person
$3,090
per month
  • Rent $1,074
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $515
  • State tax $161
Couple
$4,429
per month
  • Rent $1,409
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $242
Family
$7,062
per month
  • Rent $1,907
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $242

Frequently asked questions about Grand County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Grand County?

In Grand County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,074 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,409 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,907 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Grand County?

In Grand County, UT, the average household income is $62,521 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,559 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Grand County?

The estimated cost of living in Grand County, UT is approximately $3,090 per month for a single person, $4,429 for a couple, $7,062 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Grand County?

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

Is Grand County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Grand County, UT would need approximately $3,090 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,521 per year ($5,210 per month). Grand County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Grand County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Grand County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Grand County?

The average home value in Grand County, UT is $480,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,012, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Grand 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