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Hurricane, UT

High Pressure

The cost of living in Hurricane, UT is 8% above the national average (Cost Index: 108). Homes here are typically valued around $411,400, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $67,424 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Hurricane already reads as a high-pressure housing market, with 22% rent burden, 6.1x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 136. Treat this page as a stress test for rent, mortgage, and tax burden before assuming the move works.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Stretch

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Hurricane.

Monthly Housing
$1,235/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
22%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$3,884/mo
After housing and debt · $1,295/person
Rent vs Buy
Rent first
Main pressure: home prices
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ACSRent source: ACSBEA proxy: msaHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 31%
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Cost Index
108
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$411,400
Source: Census ACS
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,235/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$67,424
National: $78,538
Population
21,677
Purchasing Power
79
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
136 / 100
36% above average
Rent Index
92 / 100
8% below average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
Utilities
78 / 100
22% lower utility bills
Healthcare & Services
99 / 100
In line with national average
Overall Index
108
Average

Hurricane Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $411,400 and Utah's property tax rate of 0.58%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$67,424
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
22%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
6.1x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Hurricane looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Hurricane, UT

Est. Annual Property Tax
$2,386
Monthly Impact
$199
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
0.58%
National avg: ~1.00%

Utah Place Tax Context

Tax TypeUtahNational Avg
Property Tax Rate0.58%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate4.65%~5.0%
State Sales Tax7.19%~5.0%

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Cost of Living Comparison

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Hurricane, UT
108
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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Hurricane, UT: 136
Rent Prices
92

FAQ: Living in Hurricane

What is the cost of living like in Hurricane, UT?+

Living costs in Hurricane land close to the national average, with a Cost Index of 108 (where 100 = the US baseline). Housing is the largest variable: the median home value here is $411,400, and typical monthly rents run around $1,235. Groceries and utilities are slightly below what you would find in most US cities.

How does Hurricane fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,235, while local median household income is $67,424. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 22% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Hurricane, UT?+

Utah has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 4.65%. The effective property tax rate is 0.58%. On a home worth $411,400, that translates to roughly $2,386 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 7.19% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Hurricane, UT?+

The typical monthly rent in Hurricane is around $1,235. That's close to the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $411,400, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Hurricane, UT?+

The median home in Hurricane is valued at $411,400. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $2,080/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 72% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Hurricane?+

Grocery prices in Hurricane are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 78). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Hurricane, UT like to live in?+

Hurricane is a small town with a population of about 21,677. The median age of residents is 41.1, which is close to the national median. The local poverty rate is 11.02%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in Utah

If Hurricane feels tight, start with these same-state cities that look easier on rent burden or buy-side pressure.

Higher-Pressure Comparisons in Utah

Use these city pages when you want to compare Hurricane against tougher same-state markets before deciding whether the current city is already a stretch.

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Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly