How much does it cost to rent in American Fork, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in American Fork, UT is $1,689. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is American Fork cheaper than other Utah cities?

American Fork falls in the middle range for Utah, ranking #30 out of 56 cities at $1,689/mo.

When was American Fork rent data last updated?

American Fork rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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American Fork

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Pop. 37,109·30th most expensive in Utah·American Fork rents are up 6.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,689/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.4%

Month-over-Month

-1.3%

vs US Median

-$276

Falling (Monthly)

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American Fork · $1,689

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

20% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,689/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$68,000/yr

Local median income

$98,878/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using American Fork's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,370

1 BR

$1,370

2 BR

$1,590

3 BR

$2,230

4 BR+

$2,670

Research median

$1,590/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,268/yr

At $1,689/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (6.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.4% YoY, -1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

American Fork, UT is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 42.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

37,109

Median income

$98,878

Median age

Renters

34.2%

Age distribution

29.9%

32.6%

22.2%

Under 1829.9%

18–3432.6%

35–5422.2%

55–646.3%

65+9%

Gender

51.4%

48.6%

Male51.4%

Female48.6%

Race & ethnicity

82.5%

White82.5%

Hispanic10.7%

Asian1.6%

Other4.9%

Education (25+)

16.9%

34.2%

42.8%

No HS diploma6.1%

HS diploma16.9%

Some college34.2%

Bachelor's+42.8%

Housing tenure

65.8%

34.2%

Owner65.8%

Renter34.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How American Fork, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,710 → $1,689

down 1.2%

Income

$82,772 → $98,878

up 19.5%

Population

32,822 → 37,109

up 13.1%

Renter share

28.7% → 34.2%

+5.5 pts

Bachelor's+

39.3% → 42.8%

+3.5 pts

The median rent in American Fork, UT stood at $1,710 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,689, reflecting a 1.2% decrease over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $82,772 in 2021 to $98,878 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 13.1% since 2021, moving from about 32,822 residents to roughly 37,109. Renters now make up 34.2% of households, compared with 28.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 42.8% of adults here, versus 39.3% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the American Fork, UT market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in American Fork on your salary?

At $1,689/mo, how American Fork rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 27.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 37.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

American Fork rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in American Fork. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in American Fork, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in American Fork is $1,689/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($98,878/yr), American Fork ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is American Fork an affordable city for renters?

American Fork is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,689/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($98,878/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. American Fork falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in American Fork?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,689/mo in American Fork. The local median household income is $98,878/yr, meaning the typical American Fork household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in American Fork?

Rent in American Fork has increased 6.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does American Fork rent compare to other cities in Utah?

American Fork is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #30 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,689/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than American Fork?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than American Fork ($1,689/mo): Orem ($1,520/mo), Sandy ($1,681/mo).

What percentage of American Fork residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.2% of American Fork households are renters, while 65.8% are owner-occupied. American Fork leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does American Fork rent compare to the national average?

American Fork's median rent of $1,689/mo is $276 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #30 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,689/mo, rent takes ~20% of American Fork's median household income ($98,878/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

American Fork 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.55%

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