How much does it cost to rent in Cedar City, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cedar City, UT is $1,482. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cedar City cheaper than other Utah cities?

Cedar City is among the more affordable cities in Utah, ranking #48 out of 56 cities at $1,482/mo.

When was Cedar City rent data last updated?

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

Is Cedar City a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Cedar City is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 0.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Cedar City

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Pop. 38,524·48th most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for Cedar City, UT

Median rent (all units)

$1,482/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.3%

vs US Median

-$483

Falling (Monthly)

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Cedar City · $1,482

More affordable than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Cedar City's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,482/mo

Expected by trend

$1,498/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Cedar City's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$865

1 BR

$965

2 BR

$1,185

3 BR

$1,645

4 BR+

$2,000

Research median

$1,185/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

$17,784/yr

At $1,482/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 0.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.3% YoY, -1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cedar City, UT is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

38,524

Median income

$63,589

Median age

26.8

Renters

43.3%

Age distribution

25.7%

36%

18.9%

12.3%

Under 1825.7%

18–3436%

35–5418.9%

55–647.1%

65+12.3%

Gender

50.3%

49.7%

Male50.3%

Female49.7%

Race & ethnicity

82.6%

14.3%

White82.6%

Black1.1%

Hispanic14.3%

Asian1.8%

Education (25+)

24.1%

33.1%

35.6%

No HS diploma7.1%

HS diploma24.1%

Some college33.1%

Bachelor's+35.6%

Housing tenure

56.7%

43.3%

Owner56.7%

Renter43.3%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Cedar City, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,428 → $1,482

up 3.8%

Income

$55,022 → $63,589

up 15.6%

Population

34,246 → 38,524

up 12.5%

Renter share

45.7% → 43.3%

-2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

34.4% → 35.6%

+1.2 pts

Median age

25.5 → 26.8

+1.3 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Cedar City, UT has shifted from $1,428 to $1,482, up 3.8% since 2023. On the earnings side, the typical household in Cedar City, UT now reports about $63,589, up from $55,022 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Cedar City, UT adding about 4,278 residents over the five-year window, up 12.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 45.7% to 43.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Cedar City, UT reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cedar City on your salary?

At $1,482/mo, how Cedar City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 19.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Cedar City rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Cedar City. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Cedar City

About renting in Cedar City, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cedar City is $1,482/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $865/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,185/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $965/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,645/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($63,589/yr), Cedar City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar City an affordable city for renters?

Cedar City is considered affordable for renters. At $1,482/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($63,589/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cedar City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cedar City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,482/mo in Cedar City. The local median household income is $63,589/yr, meaning the typical Cedar City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cedar City?

Rent in Cedar City has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Cedar City neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Cedar City are 84720 ($1,445/mo), and 84721 ($1,509/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Cedar City is $1,482/mo.

How does Cedar City rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Cedar City is one of the more affordable cities in Utah for rent, ranking #48 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,482/mo.

What percentage of Cedar City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.3% of Cedar City households are renters, while 56.7% are owner-occupied. Cedar City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cedar City rent compare to the national average?

Cedar City's median rent of $1,482/mo is $483 (25%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #48 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,482/mo, rent takes ~28% of Cedar City's median household income ($63,589/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cedar City 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.55%

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