How much does it cost to rent in Spanish Fork, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Spanish Fork, UT is $2,127. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Spanish Fork cheaper than other Utah cities?

Spanish Fork is one of the pricier cities in Utah, ranking #13 out of 56 cities tracked at $2,127/mo.

When was Spanish Fork rent data last updated?

Spanish Fork 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

Spanish Fork

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Pop. 44,946·13th most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for Spanish Fork, UT

Median rent (all units)

$2,127/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

+6.3%

vs US Median

+$162

Rising (Monthly)

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Spanish Fork · $2,127

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Spanish Fork's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,127/mo

Expected by trend

$2,148/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,160

1 BR

$1,170

2 BR

$1,350

3 BR

$1,890

4 BR+

$2,270

Research median

$1,350/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

$25,524/yr

At $2,127/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, +6.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Spanish Fork, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

44,946

Median income

$104,844

Median age

28.3

Renters

19.6%

Age distribution

35.7%

24.3%

24.8%

Under 1835.7%

18–3424.3%

35–5424.8%

55–646.7%

65+8.6%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

85.5%

14.4%

White85.5%

Black0.7%

Hispanic14.4%

Education (25+)

19.6%

35.2%

39.3%

No HS diploma5.9%

HS diploma19.6%

Some college35.2%

Bachelor's+39.3%

Housing tenure

80.4%

19.6%

Owner80.4%

Renter19.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Spanish Fork, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,813 → $2,127

up 17.3%

Income

$84,903 → $104,844

up 23.5%

Population

41,953 → 44,946

up 7.1%

Renter share

23.2% → 19.6%

-3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

36.2% → 39.3%

+3.1 pts

Median age

27 → 28.3

+1.3 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Spanish Fork, UT has shifted from $1,813 to $2,127, up 17.3% since 2023. Household income in the area moved from $84,903 to $104,844 across the same window, up 23.5% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Spanish Fork, UT adding about 2,993 residents over the five-year window, up 7.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 23.2% to 19.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 36.2% to 39.3% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Spanish Fork, UT look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Spanish Fork on your salary?

At $2,127/mo, how Spanish Fork rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 42.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 46.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 38% income

stretched

By apartment size

Spanish Fork rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Spanish Fork, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Spanish Fork is $2,127/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,350/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,170/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,890/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($104,844/yr), Spanish Fork ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Spanish Fork an affordable city for renters?

Spanish Fork is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,127/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($104,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Spanish Fork falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Spanish Fork?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,127/mo in Spanish Fork. The local median household income is $104,844/yr, meaning the typical Spanish Fork household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Spanish Fork?

Rent in Spanish Fork has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Spanish Fork rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Spanish Fork is one of the pricier cities in Utah for rent, ranking #13 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,127/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Spanish Fork?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Spanish Fork ($2,127/mo): Orem ($1,520/mo), Provo ($1,556/mo), Payson ($1,582/mo).

What percentage of Spanish Fork residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.6% of Spanish Fork households are renters, while 80.4% are owner-occupied. Spanish Fork leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Spanish Fork rent compare to the national average?

Spanish Fork's median rent of $2,127/mo is $162 (8%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #13 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,127/mo, rent takes ~24% of Spanish Fork's median household income ($104,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Spanish Fork 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.55%

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