How much does it cost to rent in North Salt Lake, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in North Salt Lake, UT is $1,785. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is North Salt Lake cheaper than other Utah cities?

North Salt Lake falls in the middle range for Utah, ranking #23 out of 56 cities at $1,785/mo.

When was North Salt Lake rent data last updated?

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

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North Salt Lake

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Pop. 23,474·23rd most expensive in Utah·North Salt Lake rents are up 7.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,785/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.6%

vs US Median

-$180

Rising (Monthly)

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North Salt Lake · $1,785

More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,785/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$71,000/yr

Local median income

$101,447/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using North Salt Lake's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,330

1 BR

$1,420

2 BR

$1,760

3 BR

$2,360

4 BR+

$2,860

Research median

$1,760/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

$21,420/yr

At $1,785/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

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, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

North Salt Lake, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

23,474

Median income

$101,447

Median age

32.7

Renters

33.2%

Age distribution

28.2%

25%

29.7%

Under 1828.2%

18–3425%

35–5429.7%

55–647.3%

65+9.8%

Gender

50.8%

49.2%

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

Race & ethnicity

74.2%

18.2%

White74.2%

Hispanic18.2%

Asian5.2%

Other1.9%

Education (25+)

19.4%

28.9%

43.3%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma19.4%

Some college28.9%

Bachelor's+43.3%

Housing tenure

66.8%

33.2%

Owner66.8%

Renter33.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How North Salt Lake, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,390 → $1,785

up 28.4%

Income

$84,661 → $101,447

up 19.8%

Population

21,411 → 23,474

up 9.6%

Renter share

31.5% → 33.2%

+1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

42.9% → 43.3%

+0.4 pts

Median age

30.6 → 32.7

+2.1 yrs

The median rent in North Salt Lake, UT stood at $1,390 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,785, reflecting a 28.4% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $84,661 to $101,447 across the same window, up 19.8% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 9.6% since 2021, moving from about 21,411 residents to roughly 23,474. Renters now make up 33.2% of households, compared with 31.5% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in North Salt Lake, UT look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in North Salt Lake on your salary?

At $1,785/mo, how North Salt Lake rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 39.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

North Salt Lake rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in North Salt Lake. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in North Salt Lake, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Salt Lake is $1,785/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,330/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,420/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,360/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($101,447/yr), North Salt Lake ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Salt Lake an affordable city for renters?

North Salt Lake is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,785/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($101,447/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Salt Lake falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in North Salt Lake?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,785/mo in North Salt Lake. The local median household income is $101,447/yr, meaning the typical North Salt Lake household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Salt Lake?

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

How does North Salt Lake rent compare to other cities in Utah?

North Salt Lake is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #23 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,785/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Salt Lake?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Salt Lake ($1,785/mo): West Valley City ($1,504/mo), South Salt Lake ($1,541/mo), Salt Lake City ($1,629/mo).

What percentage of North Salt Lake residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.2% of North Salt Lake households are renters, while 66.8% are owner-occupied. North Salt Lake leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Salt Lake rent compare to the national average?

North Salt Lake's median rent of $1,785/mo is $180 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #23 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,785/mo, rent takes ~21% of North Salt Lake's median household income ($101,447/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Salt Lake 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.55%

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