Cost of Living in East Basin, UT

Population 3,613 · Utah · Data vintage 2023

343
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in East Basin sits 294% above the national median — $1.2 million for the typical home — but median household incomes near $187,361 (151% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros. The labor market has been unusually tight, with unemployment around 0.0% — below most comparable cities in the state.

East Basin sits roughly 25 miles east of Salt Lake City — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 142% higher than Salt Lake City's $496,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 394
Rent 266

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in East Basin

The median home value in East Basin is $1,200,300 — 294% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $3,501/month, 166% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $187,361/year is 151% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 0.0%, below the national average of 4.8%. Utah's top state income tax rate is 4.5% and the combined sales tax is 5.9%. The climate averages highs of 63.2°F and lows of 29.9°F, with about 70.1" of annual snowfall. Overall, East Basin has a cost of living index of 343 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 243% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$1,200,300
294% above avg
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
166% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
28.6x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
0.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$737
1 BR
$870
2 BR
$1,036
3 BR
$1,418
4 BR
$1,699
Owner-occupied 92.0%
Renter-occupied 8.0%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$3,501
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $4,115/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
26.0 min
4% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
34.1%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
64.3%
Carpooled
0.4%
Public transit
0.5%
Walked
0.3%
Bicycle
0.4%
Work from home
34.1%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) 4.5%
Total Sales Tax 5.9%
State rate 4.8%
Avg local rate 1.1%
Property Tax 0.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$187,361
151% above avg
Per Capita Income
$86,948
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
100% below avg
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Labor Force Participation
60.7%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 37.1%
Graduate degree 35.5%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 39.3
Male median age 40.9
Female median age 35.3

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
63.2°F
Avg Low
29.9°F
Annual Precip
16.4"
Annual Snowfall
70.1"
10° 30° 50° 70° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 394355627081898879665038
Low °F 131724293542484738292114
Precip" 1.491.171.511.681.851.180.940.791.311.431.431.62
Snow" 14.012.99.85.20.70.10.00.00.51.99.115.9

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in East Basin, UT?

East Basin has a cost index of 343 (100 = national average). It is 243% above the national average.

What is average rent in East Basin, UT?

The median gross rent in East Basin is $3,501 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in East Basin?

The median home value in East Basin is $1,200,300 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in East Basin?

The median household income in East Basin is $187,361 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in East Basin, UT?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in East Basin is 5.9%. The Utah state income tax top rate is 4.5%.

Is East Basin, UT affordable?

East Basin is above average in cost of living, with an index of 343 — about 243% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in East Basin?

East Basin has average high temperatures of 63.2°F and average lows of 29.9°F. Annual precipitation is 16.4". Average annual snowfall is 70.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

East Basin at a Glance

Population
3,613
Median Income
$187,361
Home Value
$1,200,300
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Unemployment
0.0%
Avg High Temp
63.2°F
Sales Tax
5.9%
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