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Cost of living in Wasatch County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$3,376/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 35,808 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,316 39%
Federal tax $607 18%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $340 10%
Transport $250 7%
State tax $183 5%
Energy $140 4%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Wasatch County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,037
per month
1 bedroom
$1,316
per month
2 bedroom
$1,457
per month
3 bedroom
$2,042
per month
4 bedroom
$2,447
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wasatch County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$115,146
per year
Individual earnings
$47,152
per year
Per capita
$54,096
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wasatch County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$724,400
Annual property tax
$3,230

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wasatch 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 Wasatch County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.6%

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 Wasatch 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 Wasatch County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.6 min
Drive alone
67.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
18.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wasatch County

What it costs to live in Wasatch County each month.

Single person
$3,376
per month
  • Rent $1,316
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $607
  • State tax $183
Couple
$5,473
per month
  • Rent $1,457
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,555
  • State tax $446
Family
$8,193
per month
  • Rent $2,042
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,555
  • State tax $446

Frequently asked questions about Wasatch County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wasatch County?

In Wasatch County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,316 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,457 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,042 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wasatch County?

In Wasatch County, UT, the average household income is $115,146 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $47,152 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wasatch County?

The estimated cost of living in Wasatch County, UT is approximately $3,376 per month for a single person, $5,473 for a couple, $8,193 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wasatch County?

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

Is Wasatch County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wasatch County, UT would need approximately $3,376 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $115,146 per year ($9,596 per month). Wasatch County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Wasatch County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wasatch County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wasatch County?

The average home value in Wasatch County, UT is $724,400, with average annual property taxes of $3,230, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wasatch County compare to other areas?

You can compare Wasatch County, UT with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Wasatch County is in the Heber, UT metro area.

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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