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Cost of living in Piute County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,578/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,705 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $788 31%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $389 15%
Groceries $340 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $140 5%
State tax $131 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Piute County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$664
per month
1 bedroom
$788
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Piute County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,650
per year
Individual earnings
$33,875
per year
Per capita
$23,171
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Piute County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$235,400
Annual property tax
$1,014

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Piute 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 Piute County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.7%

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 Piute 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 Piute County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.9 min
Drive alone
65.1%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
26.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Piute County

What it costs to live in Piute County each month.

Single person
$2,578
per month
  • Rent $788
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $389
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,534
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $413
  • State tax $173
Family
$6,043
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $413
  • State tax $173

Frequently asked questions about Piute County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Piute County?

In Piute County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $788 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Piute County?

In Piute County, UT, the average household income is $44,650 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,875 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Piute County?

The estimated cost of living in Piute County, UT is approximately $2,578 per month for a single person, $3,534 for a couple, $6,043 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Piute County?

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

Is Piute County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Piute County, UT would need approximately $2,578 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,650 per year ($3,721 per month). Piute County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Piute County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Piute County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Piute County?

The average home value in Piute County, UT is $235,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,014, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Piute 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