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Average Rent in Ogden, UT Rents rising 13.5% YoY🔺 3rd priciest in UT

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 645,510

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Market Overview

Ogden, UT has rental prices ranging from $1,158/month to $2,488/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,237/month — 12% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $98,361/year, spending $1,237/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Ogden Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,532/month, Ogden ranks #3 most expensive of the 25 cities tracked in Utah — pricier than 93% of all US cities in our data.

The Ogden Rental Market

The Ogden, UT area has a population of about 645,510 and 24% 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 Ogden, UT have risen by $182/month (13.5%) over the past year, from $1,350 to $1,532. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Ogden, UT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $49,480. The local median household income of $98,361 exceeds that threshold by $48,881, making Ogden relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Ogden, UT is $403,563, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 22.0. With a break-even horizon of approximately 22 years, renting is likely the more financially prudent option for most residents unless they plan to stay long-term.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Ogden's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Downtown ($313,427 median home value), West Ogden ($317,821 median home value), East Central ($348,783 median home value). Rental prices typically follow home value patterns, with premium neighborhoods commanding higher rents than outer areas. Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$1,158
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$1,237
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,532
13.5% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$2,055
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$2,488
Average
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Median Home Value
$403,563
Source: Zillow ZHVI
Est. monthly payment
$2,148/mo
20% down · 30yr · 7%

Is Ogden, UT Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$61,280/year
Local median income: $98,361
To buy a median home
$85,917/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,532/month and 20% down on a $403,563 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
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
Box Elder County$694$870$1,012$1,418

Rent or Buy in Ogden?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Ogden data

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Home Value
$403,563
2BR Rent
$1,532/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$2,148/mo
🏠 Buy

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

Total monthly buy cost: $2,972/movs rent: $1,532/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

Mortgage Calculator

Estimate monthly payment for $403,563 home at 7% rate

20% — $80,713
3%50%
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,148
per month · 30 years · 7% APR
Loan Amount
$322,850
Total Paid
$773,255
Total Interest
$450,405
Estimated only. Excludes taxes, insurance, HOA. Rate from FRED.

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