How much does it cost to rent in West Jordan, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in West Jordan, UT is $1,656. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is West Jordan cheaper than other Utah cities?

West Jordan falls in the middle range for Utah, ranking #33 out of 56 cities at $1,656/mo.

When was West Jordan rent data last updated?

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

Is West Jordan a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, West Jordan is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 2.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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West Jordan

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Pop. 116,692·33rd most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for West Jordan, UT

Median rent (all units)

$1,656/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.2%

Month-over-Month

-0.1%

vs US Median

-$309

Stable (Monthly)

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West Jordan · $1,656

More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

76/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what West Jordan's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,656/mo

Expected by trend

$1,905/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,340

1 BR

$1,565

2 BR

$1,880

3 BR

$2,525

4 BR+

$2,870

Research median

$1,880/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

$19,872/yr

At $1,656/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 2.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.2% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

West Jordan, UT is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

116,692

Median income

$108,153

Median age

33.3

Renters

22.8%

Age distribution

27.7%

25%

28.2%

Under 1827.7%

18–3425%

35–5428.2%

55–649.2%

65+9.9%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

67.8%

25.4%

White67.8%

Black1.5%

Hispanic25.4%

Asian3.4%

Other1.8%

Education (25+)

25.9%

36.6%

29.1%

No HS diploma8.4%

HS diploma25.9%

Some college36.6%

Bachelor's+29.1%

Housing tenure

77.2%

22.8%

Owner77.2%

Renter22.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How West Jordan, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,302 → $1,656

up 27.2%

Income

$90,227 → $108,153

up 19.9%

Population

116,045 → 116,692

up 0.6%

Renter share

23.4% → 22.8%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

26% → 29.1%

+3.1 pts

Median age

32.2 → 33.3

+1.1 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in West Jordan, UT has increased by $354 per month, settling near $1,656 after starting the period at $1,302. Census figures show median household income at $108,153 today, compared with $90,227 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 7.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26% to 29.1%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in West Jordan on your salary?

At $1,656/mo, how West Jordan rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 29.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

West Jordan rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in West Jordan, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Jordan is $1,656/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,565/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,525/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($108,153/yr), West Jordan ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Jordan an affordable city for renters?

West Jordan is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,656/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($108,153/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Jordan falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in West Jordan?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,656/mo in West Jordan. The local median household income is $108,153/yr, meaning the typical West Jordan household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Jordan?

Rent in West Jordan has decreased 2.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which West Jordan neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in West Jordan are 84088 ($1,591/mo), and 84081 ($1,980/mo). Citywide, the median rent in West Jordan is $1,656/mo.

How does West Jordan rent compare to other cities in Utah?

West Jordan is middle-of-the-pack for Utah for rent, ranking #33 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,656/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Jordan?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Jordan ($1,656/mo): Taylorsville ($1,417/mo), West Valley City ($1,504/mo), Midvale ($1,529/mo).

What percentage of West Jordan residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.8% of West Jordan households are renters, while 77.2% are owner-occupied. West Jordan leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Jordan rent compare to the national average?

West Jordan's median rent of $1,656/mo is $309 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Utah, it ranks #33 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,656/mo, rent takes ~18% of West Jordan's median household income ($108,153/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Jordan 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.55%

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