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Saint George

·20th most expensive in Utah·Saint George rents are up 9.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,884/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.7%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$81
Stable (Monthly)
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Saint George · $1,884
More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
63/100
Good value
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Rents are 6% below what Saint George's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,884/mo
Expected by trend
$2,013/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,150
1 BR
$1,170
2 BR
$1,490
3 BR
$1,985
4 BR+
$2,505
Research median
$1,490/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
$22,608/yr
At $1,884/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 9.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.7% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How Saint George, UT has changed in 5 years

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$1,466 → $1,884
up 28.5%

Rent in Saint George, UT has climbed 28.5% since 2021, going from about $1,466 per month to roughly $1,884 today. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Saint George is $1,884/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,150/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,170/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,985/mo.

At 31% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Saint George ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Saint George an affordable city for renters?

Saint George is considered moderate for renters. At $1,884/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Saint George slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Saint George?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,884/mo in Saint George.

Is rent going up or down in Saint George?

Rent in Saint George has increased 9.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Saint George neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Saint George are 84770 ($1,826/mo), and 84790 ($1,914/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Saint George is $1,884/mo.

How does Saint George rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Saint George is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #20 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,884/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Saint George?

Mesquite is nearby and more affordable at $1,379/mo, which is $505 less than Saint George.

How does Saint George rent compare to the national average?

Saint George's median rent of $1,884/mo is $81 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #20 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,884/mo, rent takes ~31% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Saint George 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.55%
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