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Bluffdale

Pop. 18,797·10th most expensive in Utah·Bluffdale rents are up 10.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,195/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.5%
Month-over-Month
-1.1%
vs US Median
+$230
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Bluffdale · $2,195
More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
31/100
Overpriced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% above what Bluffdale's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,195/mo
Expected by trend
$2,006/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,712
3 BR
$2,214
4 BR+
$2,046
Research median
$1,712/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
$26,340/yr
At $2,195/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.5% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bluffdale, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,797
Median income
$129,531
Median age
30.6
Renters
22.6%
Age distribution
35.4%
24.4%
27.8%
Under 1835.4%
18–3424.4%
35–5427.8%
55–645.8%
65+6.7%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
83.8%
White83.8%
Black0.6%
Hispanic9.1%
Asian0.7%
Other5.9%
Education (25+)
19.8%
35%
41.4%
No HS diploma3.8%
HS diploma19.8%
Some college35%
Bachelor's+41.4%
Housing tenure
77.4%
22.6%
Owner77.4%
Renter22.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Bluffdale, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,966 → $2,195
up 11.6%
Income
$113,007 → $129,531
up 14.6%
Population
16,576 → 18,797
up 13.4%
Renter share
21% → 22.6%
+1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
34.3% → 41.4%
+7.1 pts
Median age
29.5 → 30.6
+1.1 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Bluffdale, UT has climbed from $1,966 to $2,195, a 11.6% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $113,007 in 2021 to $129,531 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 13.4% since 2021, moving from about 16,576 residents to roughly 18,797. Renters now make up 22.6% of households, compared with 21% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 41.4% of adults here, versus 34.3% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Bluffdale, UT market of 2022.

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Bluffdale rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Bluffdale, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bluffdale is $2,195/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,712/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,214/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($129,531/yr), Bluffdale ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluffdale an affordable city for renters?

Bluffdale is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,195/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($129,531/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bluffdale falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bluffdale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $88,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,195/mo in Bluffdale. The local median household income is $129,531/yr, meaning the typical Bluffdale household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bluffdale?

Rent in Bluffdale has increased 10.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bluffdale rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Bluffdale is one of the pricier cities in Utah for rent, ranking #10 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,195/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bluffdale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bluffdale ($2,195/mo): West Jordan ($1,656/mo), Draper ($1,742/mo), South Jordan ($1,972/mo).

What percentage of Bluffdale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.6% of Bluffdale households are renters, while 77.4% are owner-occupied. Bluffdale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bluffdale rent compare to the national average?

Bluffdale's median rent of $2,195/mo is $230 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #10 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,195/mo, rent takes ~20% of Bluffdale's median household income ($129,531/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.55%
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