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Average Rent in Iron County, UT Rents rising 1.2% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 60,201

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Market Overview

Iron County, UT has rental prices ranging from $782/month to $1,844/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $895/month — 36% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $65,527/year, spending $895/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Iron County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,098/month, Iron County ranks #10 most expensive of the 25 cities tracked in Utah — pricier than 75% of all US cities in our data.

The Iron County Rental Market

The Iron County, UT area has a population of about 60,201 and 33% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Iron County, UT have risen by $13/month (1.2%) over the past year, from $1,085 to $1,098. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Iron County, UT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $35,800. The local median household income of $65,527 exceeds that threshold by $29,727, making Iron County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Iron County, UT has an unemployment rate of 3.4%, 0.5 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
$782
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$895
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,098
1.2% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,539
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,844
Average
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Is Iron County, UT Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$43,920/year
Local median income: $65,527
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,098/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
Box Elder County$694$870$1,012$1,418

Rent or Buy in Iron County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Iron County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,098/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 2 years — worth it if you stay 2+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,098/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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