How much does it cost to rent in Ogden, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ogden, UT is $1,310. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ogden cheaper than other Utah cities?

Ogden is among the more affordable cities in Utah, ranking #55 out of 56 cities at $1,310/mo.

When was Ogden rent data last updated?

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

City Report · UT

Ogden

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Pop. 87,413·55th most expensive in Utah·Ogden rents have dropped 6.4%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,310/mo

Year-over-Year

-6.4%

Month-over-Month

-2.6%

vs US Median

-$655

Falling (Monthly)

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Ogden · $1,310

More affordable than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

91/100

Great value

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Rents are 20% below what Ogden's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,310/mo

Expected by trend

$1,644/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,017

1 BR

$1,087

2 BR

$1,347

3 BR

$1,807

4 BR+

$2,190

Research median

$1,347/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

$15,720/yr

At $1,310/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 6.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-6.4% YoY, -2.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ogden, UT is majority owner-occupied, 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

87,413

Median income

$72,575

Median age

33.6

Renters

38.7%

Age distribution

22.6%

29.6%

25.5%

Under 1822.6%

18–3429.6%

35–5425.5%

55–6410.7%

65+11.6%

Gender

53.1%

46.9%

Male53.1%

Female46.9%

Race & ethnicity

76%

31.1%

White76%

Black1.8%

Hispanic31.1%

Asian1.4%

Education (25+)

13%

27.1%

34%

25.9%

No HS diploma13%

HS diploma27.1%

Some college34%

Bachelor's+25.9%

Housing tenure

61.3%

38.7%

Owner61.3%

Renter38.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ogden, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,091 → $1,310

up 20.1%

Income

$58,284 → $72,575

up 24.5%

Population

86,110 → 87,413

up 1.5%

Renter share

40.2% → 38.7%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

23.9% → 25.9%

+2.0 pts

Median age

32.9 → 33.6

+0.7 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Ogden, UT has increased by $219 per month, settling near $1,310 after starting the period at $1,091. Median household income grew from $58,284 to $72,575 between 2021 and 2024, a 24.5% shift. Income growth outran rent by about 4.4 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 86,110 to 87,413 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.5% change. About 38.7% of households rent today, against 40.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 23.9% to 25.9%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Ogden, UT reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ogden on your salary?

At $1,310/mo, how Ogden rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 21.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 9.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Ogden rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Ogden, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ogden is $1,310/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,017/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,347/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,087/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,807/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($72,575/yr), Ogden ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ogden an affordable city for renters?

Ogden is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,310/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($72,575/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ogden falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Ogden?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,310/mo in Ogden. The local median household income is $72,575/yr, meaning the typical Ogden household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ogden?

Rent in Ogden has decreased 6.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Ogden neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Ogden are 84403 ($1,346/mo), 84401 ($1,450/mo), and 84404 ($1,527/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Ogden is $1,310/mo.

How does Ogden rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Ogden is one of the more affordable cities in Utah for rent, ranking #55 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,310/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ogden?

Riverdale is nearby and more affordable at $1,297/mo, which is $13 less than Ogden.

What percentage of Ogden residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.7% of Ogden households are renters, while 61.3% are owner-occupied. Ogden leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.