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Average Rent in Kane County, UT Rents rising 3.7% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 7,996

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Kane County, UT has rental prices ranging from $997/month to $1,857/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,068/month — 24% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $75,000/year, spending $1,068/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Kane County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,401/month, Kane County ranks #7 most expensive of the 25 cities tracked in Utah — pricier than 90% of all US cities in our data.

The Kane County Rental Market

The Kane County, UT area has a population of about 7,996 and 18% 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 Kane County, UT have risen by $50/month (3.7%) over the past year, from $1,351 to $1,401. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Kane County, UT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $42,720. The local median household income of $75,000 exceeds that threshold by $32,280, making Kane County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Kane County, UT has an unemployment rate of 3.1%, 0.8 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
$997
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$1,068
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,401
3.7% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,688
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,857
Affordable
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Is Kane County, UT Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$56,040/year
Local median income: $75,000
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,401/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 Kane County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Kane County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,401/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,401/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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