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Average Rent in Millard County, UT Rents rising 1.7% YoY🔻 Cheapest in UT

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 13,179

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Market Overview

Millard County, UT has rental prices ranging from $664/month to $1,326/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $759/month — 46% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,877/year, spending $759/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Millard County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Millard County ranks #25 most expensive of the 25 cities tracked in Utah — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.

The Millard County Rental Market

The Millard County, UT area has a population of about 13,179 and 22% 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 Millard County, UT have risen by $16/month (1.7%) over the past year, from $917 to $933. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Millard County, UT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,360. The local median household income of $70,877 exceeds that threshold by $40,517, making Millard County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Millard County, UT has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, 0.1 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$664
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$759
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$933
1.7% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,307
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,326
Affordable
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Is Millard County, UT Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,320/year
Local median income: $70,877
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $933/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 Millard County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Millard County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$933/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $933/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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