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Cost of living in Sanpete County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,546/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 29,209 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $761 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $340 13%
Federal tax $328 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $140 5%
State tax $117 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Sanpete County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$711
per month
1 bedroom
$761
per month
2 bedroom
$999
per month
3 bedroom
$1,215
per month
4 bedroom
$1,325
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sanpete County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,459
per year
Individual earnings
$30,123
per year
Per capita
$26,663
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sanpete County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$300,400
Annual property tax
$1,536

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sanpete 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 Sanpete County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.0%

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 Sanpete 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 Sanpete County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.4 min
Drive alone
70.5%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
9.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sanpete County

What it costs to live in Sanpete County each month.

Single person
$2,546
per month
  • Rent $761
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $328
  • State tax $117
Couple
$4,119
per month
  • Rent $999
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $774
  • State tax $261
Family
$6,470
per month
  • Rent $1,215
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $774
  • State tax $261

Frequently asked questions about Sanpete County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sanpete County?

In Sanpete County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $761 per month, a two-bedroom averages $999 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,215 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sanpete County?

In Sanpete County, UT, the average household income is $67,459 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,123 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sanpete County?

The estimated cost of living in Sanpete County, UT is approximately $2,546 per month for a single person, $4,119 for a couple, $6,470 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sanpete County?

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

Is Sanpete County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sanpete County, UT would need approximately $2,546 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,459 per year ($5,622 per month). Sanpete County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Sanpete County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sanpete County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sanpete County?

The average home value in Sanpete County, UT is $300,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,536, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sanpete 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