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Layton

Pop. 83,286·35th most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for Layton, UT
Median rent (all units)
$1,643/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.7%
Month-over-Month
-4.4%
vs US Median
-$322
Falling (Monthly)
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Layton · $1,643
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
64/100
Good value
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Rents are 7% below what Layton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,643/mo
Expected by trend
$1,768/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,305
1 BR
$1,395
2 BR
$1,730
3 BR
$2,320
4 BR+
$2,810
Research median
$1,730/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
$19,716/yr
At $1,643/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 1.7% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, -4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Layton, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 36.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
83,286
Median income
$102,480
Median age
32.3
Renters
27.5%
Age distribution
29%
24.9%
26.5%
Under 1829%
18–3424.9%
35–5426.5%
55–648.8%
65+10.8%
Gender
50.7%
49.3%
Male50.7%
Female49.3%
Race & ethnicity
81.8%
15.5%
White81.8%
Black1.4%
Hispanic15.5%
Asian2%
Education (25+)
24.4%
34.5%
36.6%
No HS diploma4.5%
HS diploma24.4%
Some college34.5%
Bachelor's+36.6%
Housing tenure
72.5%
27.5%
Owner72.5%
Renter27.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Layton, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,598 → $1,643
up 2.8%
Income
$85,224 → $102,480
up 20.2%
Population
80,858 → 83,286
up 3.0%
Renter share
28.2% → 27.5%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
35.3% → 36.6%
+1.3 pts
Median age
31.5 → 32.3
+0.8 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in Layton, UT has climbed by $45 per month, settling near $1,643 after starting the period at $1,598. Household income in the area moved from $85,224 to $102,480 across the same window, up 20.2% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 17.4 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 80,858 to 83,286 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.0% change. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Layton, UT look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Layton rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Layton, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Layton is $1,643/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,305/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,395/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,320/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($102,480/yr), Layton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Layton an affordable city for renters?

Layton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,643/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($102,480/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Layton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Layton?

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 $1,643/mo in Layton. The local median household income is $102,480/yr, meaning the typical Layton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Layton?

Rent in Layton has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Layton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Layton are 84041 ($1,602/mo), and 84040 ($2,212/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Layton is $1,643/mo.

How does Layton rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Layton is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #35 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,643/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Layton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Layton ($1,643/mo): Riverdale ($1,297/mo), Washington Terrace ($1,410/mo), South Ogden ($1,606/mo).

What percentage of Layton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.5% of Layton households are renters, while 72.5% are owner-occupied. Layton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Layton rent compare to the national average?

Layton's median rent of $1,643/mo is $322 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #35 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,643/mo, rent takes ~19% of Layton's median household income ($102,480/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Layton 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.55%
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