Cost of Living in Heber, UT

Population 17,438 · Utah · Data vintage 2023

169
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in Heber sits 87% above the national median — $571,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $107,784 (45% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros. An unemployment rate of 2.8% points to a labor market well on the tight side of the national distribution.

Geographically, Heber is about 25 miles northeast of Provo, the nearest large metro. Median home values run roughly 31% higher than Provo's $437,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 187
Rent 142

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

About the Cost of Living in Heber

The median home value in Heber is $571,300 — 87% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,862/month, 42% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $107,784/year is 45% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 2.8%, 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, Heber has a cost of living index of 169 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 69% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$571,300
87% above avg
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
42% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
25.6x
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 80.0%
Renter-occupied 20.0%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,862
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $2,476/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
21.5 min
20% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
11.1%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
72.7%
Carpooled
12.7%
Public transit
0.3%
Walked
2.3%
Bicycle
0.1%
Work from home
11.1%

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
$107,784
45% above avg
Per Capita Income
$38,503
Unemployment Rate
2.8%
42% below avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Labor Force Participation
75.5%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 32.4%
Graduate degree 10.2%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 28.4
Male median age 28.2
Female median age 28.5

🌤 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 Heber, UT?

Heber has a cost index of 169 (100 = national average). It is 69% above the national average.

What is average rent in Heber, UT?

The median gross rent in Heber is $1,862 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Heber?

The median home value in Heber is $571,300 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Heber?

The median household income in Heber is $107,784 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Heber, UT?

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

Is Heber, UT affordable?

Heber is above average in cost of living, with an index of 169 — about 69% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Heber?

Heber 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.

Heber at a Glance

Population
17,438
Median Income
$107,784
Home Value
$571,300
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
Unemployment
2.8%
Avg High Temp
63.2°F
Sales Tax
5.9%
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