Cost of Living in Duchesne County, Utah
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Duchesne County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Duchesne County ranks #2,543 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 19%)
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About Cost of Living in Duchesne County, Utah
Duchesne offers median U.S. affordability
Duchesne County's 15.0% rent-to-income ratio sits well below national norms, and at median income of $74,738—virtually identical to the national median of $74,755—residents enjoy clean affordability comparisons. Monthly rent of $934 is moderate by national standards, making Duchesne a reasonable option for average-income households.
Mid-tier affordability for Utah
Duchesne's 15.0% rent-to-income ratio falls below Utah's state average of 16.6%, and its $934 monthly rent sits comfortably below the state median of $1,101. This positions Duchesne in the affordable middle of Utah's housing market.
Balanced choice among rural counties
Duchesne's $934 rent sits between Daggett ($775) and Cache ($1,137), with a median home value of $253,600 that's moderate among regional peers. It offers a sensible compromise for those seeking rural character without the lowest incomes (Carbon) or highest costs (Cache).
Balanced rent and ownership options
Renters spend $934 monthly (15.0% of income) while homeowners pay $1,019 (16.4%), both well-aligned and below the 30% threshold. Duchesne's median income of $74,738 provides adequate support for either path without financial stress.
Duchesne for steady, modest living
Duchesne County appeals to households seeking balanced housing costs and middle-class stability away from urban pressure. If you want slightly lower costs, consider Daggett; if you need stronger job markets, move toward Cache or Davis County instead.
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Affordability Verdict
Duchesne County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $934/month — about 15.0% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Duchesne County pay $934/month on average, compared to $1,019/month for homeowners. This market favors renters by about 8%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $37,360/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $43,671/year. With a median household income of $74,738, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 24.0% of renter households in Duchesne County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Utah, Duchesne County is more affordable than Sevier County by roughly 6% ($934/mo vs $878/mo).
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Rent Burden
15.0%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,744
per month
Owner Cost Burden
16.4%
of gross income
The median home in Duchesne County may be a stretch
Median home value is $253,600. Estimated monthly cost: $2,025 vs. your max of $1,744.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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