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Average Rent in Daggett County, UT

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 747

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Market Overview

Daggett County, UT has rental prices ranging from $689/month to $1,626/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $817/month — 42% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $58,750/year, spending $817/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Daggett County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $968/month, Daggett County ranks #15 most expensive of the 25 cities tracked in Utah — pricier than 58% of all US cities in our data.

The Daggett County Rental Market

The Daggett County, UT area has a population of about 747 and 17% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Daggett County, UT have risen by $4/month (0.4%) over the past year, from $964 to $968. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Daggett County, UT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $32,680. The local median household income of $58,750 exceeds that threshold by $26,070, making Daggett County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Daggett County, UT has an unemployment rate of 2.4%, 1.5 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$689
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$817
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$968
0.4% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,310
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,626
Average
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Is Daggett County, UT Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$38,720/year
Local median income: $58,750
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $968/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in UTlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Salt Lake City$1,243$1,453$1,748$2,348
Provo$1,164$1,171$1,355$1,899
Ogden$1,158$1,237$1,532$2,055
St. George$1,146$1,166$1,485$1,976
Tooele County$861$917$1,203$1,649
Iron County$782$895$1,098$1,539

Rent or Buy in Daggett County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Daggett County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$968/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 5 years — worth it if you stay 5+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $968/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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