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Bountiful

Pop. 45,023·25th most expensive in Utah·Bountiful rents are up 7.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,742/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.5%
Month-over-Month
-0.5%
vs US Median
-$223
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Bountiful · $1,742
More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,742/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$70,000/yr
Local median income
$104,785/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bountiful's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,170
1 BR
$1,250
2 BR
$1,550
3 BR
$2,080
4 BR+
$2,520
Research median
$1,550/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
$20,904/yr
At $1,742/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 7.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.5% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bountiful, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
45,023
Median income
$104,785
Median age
32.7
Renters
28.7%
Age distribution
29.1%
24.4%
22.3%
14.9%
Under 1829.1%
18–3424.4%
35–5422.3%
55–649.2%
65+14.9%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
86%
White86%
Black1.2%
Hispanic8.3%
Asian0.8%
Other3.6%
Education (25+)
17.8%
32.6%
47.7%
No HS diploma2%
HS diploma17.8%
Some college32.6%
Bachelor's+47.7%
Housing tenure
71.3%
28.7%
Owner71.3%
Renter28.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bountiful, UT has changed in 5 years

Income
$89,365 → $104,785
up 17.3%
Population
45,496 → 45,023
down 1.0%
Renter share
25.5% → 28.7%
+3.2 pts
Bachelor's+
46.7% → 47.7%
+1.0 pts
Median age
32.2 → 32.7
+0.5 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Bountiful, UT now reports about $104,785, up from $89,365 in 2021. Census counts show Bountiful, UT losing about 473 residents over the five-year window, down 1.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 25.5% to 28.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Bountiful rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Bountiful, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bountiful is $1,742/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,550/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,250/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,080/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($104,785/yr), Bountiful ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bountiful an affordable city for renters?

Bountiful is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,742/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($104,785/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bountiful falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bountiful?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,742/mo in Bountiful. The local median household income is $104,785/yr, meaning the typical Bountiful household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bountiful?

Rent in Bountiful has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bountiful rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Bountiful is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #25 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,742/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bountiful?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bountiful ($1,742/mo): South Salt Lake ($1,541/mo), Salt Lake City ($1,629/mo), Farmington ($1,643/mo).

What percentage of Bountiful residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.7% of Bountiful households are renters, while 71.3% are owner-occupied. Bountiful leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bountiful rent compare to the national average?

Bountiful's median rent of $1,742/mo is $223 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #25 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,742/mo, rent takes ~20% of Bountiful's median household income ($104,785/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.55%
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