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Hurricane

Pop. 22,771·19th most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for Hurricane, UT
Median rent (all units)
$1,908/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.0%
Month-over-Month
+1.5%
vs US Median
-$57
Rising (Monthly)
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Hurricane · $1,908
More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,908/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$76,000/yr
Local median income
$75,016/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hurricane's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,020
1 BR
$1,040
2 BR
$1,320
3 BR
$1,760
4 BR+
$2,220
Research median
$1,320/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
$22,896/yr
At $1,908/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.0% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hurricane, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 28% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,771
Median income
$75,016
Median age
42.7
Renters
25.3%
Age distribution
20.8%
20%
23.4%
25%
Under 1820.8%
18–3420%
35–5423.4%
55–6410.8%
65+25%
Gender
52.8%
47.2%
Male52.8%
Female47.2%
Race & ethnicity
85.5%
White85.5%
Hispanic10.2%
Asian1.2%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
24.4%
43.5%
28%
No HS diploma4.1%
HS diploma24.4%
Some college43.5%
Bachelor's+28%
Housing tenure
74.7%
25.3%
Owner74.7%
Renter25.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hurricane, UT has changed in 5 years

Income
$57,409 → $75,016
up 30.7%
Population
19,501 → 22,771
up 16.8%
Renter share
32.3% → 25.3%
-7.0 pts
Bachelor's+
22.3% → 28%
+5.7 pts
Median age
38.4 → 42.7
+4.3 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $57,409 to $75,016 across the same window, up 30.7% versus 2021. The population has grown by 16.8% since 2021, moving from about 19,501 residents to roughly 22,771. Renters now make up 25.3% of households, compared with 32.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 28% of adults here, versus 22.3% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

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At $1,908/mo, how Hurricane rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Hurricane rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Hurricane, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hurricane is $1,908/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,320/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,040/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,760/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($75,016/yr), Hurricane ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hurricane an affordable city for renters?

Hurricane is considered moderate for renters. At $1,908/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($75,016/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hurricane slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hurricane?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,908/mo in Hurricane. The local median household income is $75,016/yr, meaning the typical Hurricane household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hurricane?

Rent in Hurricane has decreased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hurricane rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Hurricane is one of the pricier cities in Utah for rent, ranking #19 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,908/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hurricane?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hurricane ($1,908/mo): Cedar City ($1,482/mo), Saint George ($1,884/mo).

What percentage of Hurricane residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.3% of Hurricane households are renters, while 74.7% are owner-occupied. Hurricane leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hurricane rent compare to the national average?

Hurricane's median rent of $1,908/mo is $57 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #19 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,908/mo, rent takes ~31% of Hurricane's median household income ($75,016/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hurricane 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.55%
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