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Salt Lake City’s average rent reached $1,278 in April

Salt Lake City’s average rent reached $1,278 in April, after a 2.7% increase since last year. A major Utah job hub with a 48% renter share, Salt Lake City is a desirable place to live and work in, with apartment prices below the national average of $1,417. [View Full Report]

Salt Lake City apartment rent report

Salt Lake City’s average rent was $1,278 in April

Salt Lake City’s average rent reached $1,278 in April, after a 2.7% increase since last year. A major Utah job hub with a 48% renter share, Salt Lake City is a desirable place to live and work in, with apartment prices below the national average of $1,417.

The average rent for an apartment in Salt Lake City rose slower than in other surrounding cities, such as West Jordan ($1,258), where prices went up by 5.7%. Meanwhile, apartment rates in West Valley City increased by 7.5%, reaching a $1,221 average.

Salt Lake City apartment rent report

What it costs to rent in the largest renter hubs in the Salt Lake City area

Provo ties with Midvale as the largest renter hubs in the Salt Lake City area, with a 57% share of tenants. Provo has a $1,461 average rent (up by 5% since last year), while Midvale apartments go for $1,168 on average, after a 2.8% increase.

Salt Lake City comes in third, followed by Clearfield (42% renters), where rental prices circle around $1,135, after a 7.6% yearly increase. Last but not least, Ogden's 39% share of renters places it fifth among the area’s renter hubs. The city’s average rent reached $994 in April, going up by 3.8% in the past year. 

The priciest and cheapest cities for renters in the Salt Lake City area

Provo is the priciest city for renters in the Salt Lake City area, with apartments renting for $1,461 per month. South Jordan’s $1,400 rate is the second most expensive, while apartments in Herriman ($1,395) come in third.

For renters in search of budget-friendly apartments, Ogden's $994 average rent is the cheapest in the Salt Lake City area, followed by Taylorsville's $1,054 rate. Clearfield rentals are the third least pricey on the list, with a $1,135 average rent as of April.

Salt Lake City apartment rents in popular ZIP codes for renters

Among Salt Lake City's most popular renter ZIP codes, 84116 has a $1,088 average rent, below the city average ($1,278). At the same time, rentals in ZIP 84107 go for $1,115, while prices in ZIP 84123 circle around $1,068. Apartment rents in ZIP 84111 clock in at around $1,462, higher than the Salt Lake City average, while rates in ZIP 84103 average at $1,714.

Check out how average rents evolved across the Salt Lake City area

Salt Lake City apartment rent report

Methodology

RENTCafe.com is a nationwide apartment search website that enables renters to easily find apartments and houses for rent throughout the United States. 

The data on average rents included in our reports comes directly from competitively-rented (market-rate) large-scale multifamily properties (50+ units in size), via telephone survey. The data is compiled and reported by our sister company Yardi Matrix, a business development and asset management tool for brokers, sponsors, banks and equity sources underwriting investments in the multifamily, office, industrial and self-storage sectors. Fully-affordable properties are not included in the survey and are not reported in rental rate averages. Local rent reports include only cities with a statistically-relevant stock of large-scale multifamily properties of 50+ units.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of a studio apartment in Salt Lake City, UT?

The price range of a studio apartment is between $914 and $2,913. Search our studio apartments in Salt Lake City, UT.

How many studio apartments for rent are available in Salt Lake City, UT on RENTCafé?

There are 45 studio rentals available on RENTCafé. Prices and availability in Salt Lake City, UT were last updated on 26 Jul 2021.

What is the average size of a studio apartment in Salt Lake City, UT?

The average Salt Lake City, UT studio apartment size is 463 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a studio apartment in Salt Lake City, UT?

Studio apartments in Salt Lake City, UT tend to be more affordable than other apartments and they have lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a studio apartment in Salt Lake City, UT?

One of the downsides of living in a studio apartment is the limited storage space. You might be interested in 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RENTCafé apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT.

Salt Lake City, UT Demographics

  • Total Population197,756
  • Female 100,748
    Male 97,008
  • Median Age32.3

Average Rent in Salt Lake City, UT

  • Salt Lake City, UT Average Rental Price, June 2021 $1,353 /mo

    Salt Lake City, UT Apartment Rent Ranges

    Salt Lake City, UT Rent Trends

    Average Rent Mar / 2018 Jul / 2018 Nov / 2018 Mar / 2019 Jul / 2019 Nov / 2019 Mar / 2020 Jul / 2020 Nov / 2020 Mar / 2021 Jun / 2021
    Salt Lake City, UT $1,112 $1,160 $1,198 $1,200 $1,235 $1,253 $1,244 $1,239 $1,258 $1,272 $1,353
    National $1,348 $1,357 $1,362 $1,394 $1,401 $1,403 $1,394 $1,397 $1,404 $1,482
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    Check out the average rent prices in Salt Lake City by neighborhood.

    Salt Lake City, UT Households

    • Total Number of Households79,264
    • Family 39,934
      Non-family 39,330
    • Children 19,062
      No Children 60,202
    • Average People Per Household2.42
    • Median Household Income$60,676
    • Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,078

    Salt Lake City, UT Education Statistics

    Renting a studio apartment in Salt Lake City, UT

    If you’re a fan of living big on a budget, reducing your ecological footprint, and are determined to find an efficiency apartment in Salt Lake City, UT, we have great news: on RENTCafé you have 55 small apartment units to choose from in 16 different properties. You may be surprised to know that studio apartments come in a variety of shapes and types. Once you decide on what your must-haves are, you can choose the right studio. If you’ll want your kitchen in the main room, why not aim for the most affordable one room apartments you can find? If you pride yourself on being frugal and always bragging to your friends about the great discounts and sales you just discovered, then put those skills to good use in your search for your next apartment. With the average rent currently at $1,493, opting for a cheap studio for as low as $914 is certainly a decision you’ll be able to gloat about and your wallet will thank you for.

    Top tip: an efficiency apartment can be comfortable

    Efficiency apartments may have just one multi-functional room, but it can be pretty spacious. You can get creative with the space, combine furniture and accent design elements in a harmonious and practical way, and you will end up with a very comfortable apartment where you can relax and unwind. If you’re not on a tight budget, you should definitely check out some bachelor flats that have a separate kitchen. You wouldn’t believe the difference it makes. While they don’t cost an arm and a leg, they are typically more expensive than a normal single bedroom apartment, so it’s probably a good idea to aim for the higher end of the price range—the highest price for a studio in Salt Lake City, UT is currently $2,913.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!