Washington, Utah has an overall cost of living index of 111.2, which is 11.2 points above the US average of 100 — making it pricier than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $1,581 per month, while the typical home is valued around $511,100. Households earn a median of $94,015 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$94,015
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,581
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$511,100
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
111.2
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
1BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
111.2
Goods
106.9
Rents / Housing
157.1
Services
101.7
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
4.65%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
4.85%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $148,480 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $99,000 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $81,560 |
| ⚡Electrician | $75,850 |
| 📊Accountant | $104,850 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
30,686
Latest estimate
Median Age
38.8 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Washington?
Washington has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 111.2. The US national average is 100, so Washington is 11.2 points above the national average.
What is the median rent in Washington?
The median gross rent in Washington is $1,581 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Washington?
The median household income in Washington is $94,015 per year.
What is the median home value in Washington?
The median home value in Washington is $511,100 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Washington?
Air quality data for Washington is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Washington?
Utah has a top state income tax rate of 4.65% and a statewide sales tax of 4.85% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology