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South Ogden

Pop. 17,650·31st most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for South Ogden, UT
Median rent (all units)
$1,695/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.1%
Month-over-Month
+5.5%
vs US Median
-$267
Rising (Monthly)
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South Ogden · $1,695
More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,695/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$68,000/yr
Local median income
$80,130/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using South Ogden's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,324
2 BR
$1,380
3 BR
$1,402
4 BR+
$2,100
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,380/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,695 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$20,340/yr
At $1,695/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 1.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, +5.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

South Ogden, UT is majority owner-occupied, 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
17,650
Median income
$80,130
Median age
32.7
Renters
32.8%
Age distribution
25%
29%
21.1%
14.3%
Under 1825%
18–3429%
35–5421.1%
55–6410.6%
65+14.3%
Gender
51.6%
48.4%
Male51.6%
Female48.4%
Race & ethnicity
86.5%
13.2%
White86.5%
Black1.3%
Hispanic13.2%
Asian0.7%
Education (25+)
22.1%
39.9%
33.4%
No HS diploma4.5%
HS diploma22.1%
Some college39.9%
Bachelor's+33.4%
Housing tenure
67.2%
32.8%
Owner67.2%
Renter32.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How South Ogden, UT has changed in 5 years

Income
$74,724 → $80,130
up 7.2%
Population
17,363 → 17,650
up 1.7%
Renter share
28.2% → 32.8%
+4.6 pts
Bachelor's+
32.4% → 33.4%
+1.0 pts

Household income in the area moved from $74,724 to $80,130 across the same window, up 7.2% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 17,363 to 17,650 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.7% change. About 32.8% of households rent today, against 28.2% in 2021.

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By apartment size

South Ogden rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in South Ogden, UT

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in South Ogden is $1,695/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,324/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,402/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($80,130/yr), South Ogden ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is South Ogden an affordable city for renters?

South Ogden is considered affordable for renters. At $1,695/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($80,130/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. South Ogden falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in South Ogden?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,695/mo in South Ogden. The local median household income is $80,130/yr, meaning the typical South Ogden household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in South Ogden?

Rent in South Ogden has increased 1.1% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does South Ogden rent compare to other cities in Utah?

South Ogden is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #31 out of 54 tracked cities at $1,695/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than South Ogden?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than South Ogden ($1,695/mo): Ogden ($1,307/mo), Riverdale ($1,326/mo), Washington Terrace ($1,410/mo).

What percentage of South Ogden residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.8% of South Ogden households are renters, while 67.2% are owner-occupied. South Ogden leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does South Ogden rent compare to the national average?

South Ogden's median rent of $1,695/mo is $267 (14%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #31 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,695/mo, rent takes ~25% of South Ogden's median household income ($80,130/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.55%
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