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Average Rent in Tooele County, UT Rents rising 6.8% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 76,648

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Market Overview

Tooele County, UT has rental prices ranging from $861/month to $2,020/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $917/month — 34% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $101,846/year, spending $917/month on a 1-bedroom represents 11% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Tooele County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,203/month, Tooele County ranks #9 most expensive of the 25 cities tracked in Utah — pricier than 82% of all US cities in our data.

The Tooele County Rental Market

The Tooele County, UT area has a population of about 76,648 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 Tooele County, UT have risen by $77/month (6.8%) over the past year, from $1,126 to $1,203. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Tooele County, UT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $36,680. The local median household income of $101,846 exceeds that threshold by $65,166, making Tooele County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Tooele County, UT has an unemployment rate of 3.5%, 0.4 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
$861
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$917
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,203
6.8% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,649
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$2,020
Affordable
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Is Tooele County, UT Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$48,120/year
Local median income: $101,846
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,203/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
Iron County$782$895$1,098$1,539
Box Elder County$694$870$1,012$1,418

Rent or Buy in Tooele County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Tooele County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,203/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: $1,203/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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