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Clearfield

Pop. 33,523·34th most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for Clearfield, UT
Median rent (all units)
$1,645/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.1%
Month-over-Month
+4.3%
vs US Median
-$320
Rising (Monthly)
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Clearfield · $1,645
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
54/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Clearfield's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,645/mo
Expected by trend
$1,682/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,210
1 BR
$1,290
2 BR
$1,600
3 BR
$2,150
4 BR+
$2,600
Research median
$1,600/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
$19,740/yr
At $1,645/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.1% YoY, +4.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Clearfield, UT is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,523
Median income
$75,495
Median age
30.3
Renters
41.4%
Age distribution
28.4%
30.2%
24.3%
Under 1828.4%
18–3430.2%
35–5424.3%
55–648.5%
65+8.6%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
74.1%
20.8%
White74.1%
Black2.8%
Hispanic20.8%
Asian2.8%
Education (25+)
30.6%
36%
23.2%
No HS diploma10.1%
HS diploma30.6%
Some college36%
Bachelor's+23.2%
Housing tenure
58.6%
41.4%
Owner58.6%
Renter41.4%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Clearfield, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,550 → $1,645
up 6.1%
Income
$64,689 → $75,495
up 16.7%
Population
31,802 → 33,523
up 5.4%
Renter share
40.8% → 41.4%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
22.2% → 23.2%
+1.0 pts
Median age
29.3 → 30.3
+1.0 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Clearfield, UT has climbed from $1,550 to $1,645, a 6.1% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $75,495 today, compared with $64,689 five years earlier. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 5.4% since 2021, moving from about 31,802 residents to roughly 33,523. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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Clearfield rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Clearfield, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clearfield is $1,645/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,210/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,600/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,290/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,150/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($75,495/yr), Clearfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clearfield an affordable city for renters?

Clearfield is considered affordable for renters. At $1,645/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($75,495/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clearfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Clearfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,645/mo in Clearfield. The local median household income is $75,495/yr, meaning the typical Clearfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clearfield?

Rent in Clearfield has decreased 2.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Clearfield rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Clearfield is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #34 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,645/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Clearfield?

Roy is nearby and more affordable at $1,632/mo, which is $13 less than Clearfield.

What percentage of Clearfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.4% of Clearfield households are renters, while 58.6% are owner-occupied. Clearfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Clearfield rent compare to the national average?

Clearfield's median rent of $1,645/mo is $320 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #34 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,645/mo, rent takes ~26% of Clearfield's median household income ($75,495/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Clearfield 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.55%
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