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Washington Terrace, UT

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The cost of living in Washington Terrace, UT is 4% above the national average (Cost Index: 104). Homes here are typically valued around $392,705, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $79,971 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Washington Terrace sits in the stretch zone: not impossible, but household feasibility will depend heavily on rent, down payment, debt load, and whether you are renting or buying. Start with the verdict panel, then compare scenarios before treating this city as affordable.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
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Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Washington Terrace.

Monthly Housing
$1,084/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
16%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$5,080/mo
After housing and debt · $1,693/person
Rent vs Buy
Renting is the lower-pressure baseline
Main pressure: home prices
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ZILLOWRent source: ACSBEA proxy: msaHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 24%
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Cost Index
104
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$392,705
Zillow ZHVI Market Rate • Census ACS: $332,300
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$79,971
National: $78,538
Population
9,196
Purchasing Power
98
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
129 / 100
29% above average
Rent Index
80 / 100
20% below average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
Utilities
79 / 100
21% lower utility bills
Healthcare & Services
99 / 100
In line with national average
Overall Index
104
Average

Washington Terrace Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $392,705 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
$79,971
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
16%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
4.9x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Washington Terrace 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 Washington Terrace, UT

Est. Annual Property Tax
$2,278
Monthly Impact
$190
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 Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Washington Terrace, UT: 129
Rent Prices
80

FAQ: Living in Washington Terrace

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

Living costs in Washington Terrace land close to the national average, with a Cost Index of 104 (where 100 = the US baseline). Housing is the largest variable: the median home value here is $392,705, and typical monthly rents run around $1,084. Groceries and utilities are slightly below what you would find in most US cities.

How does Washington Terrace fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,084, while local median household income is $79,971. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 16% 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 Washington Terrace, 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 $392,705, that translates to roughly $2,278 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 7.19% on everyday purchases.

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

The typical monthly rent in Washington Terrace is around $1,084. That's roughly 20% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $392,705, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Washington Terrace, UT?+

The median home in Washington Terrace is valued at $392,705. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,986/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 73% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Washington Terrace?+

Grocery prices in Washington Terrace 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: 79). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Washington Terrace, UT like to live in?+

Washington Terrace is a small town with a population of about 9,196. The median age of residents is 32.1, which is close to the national median. The local poverty rate is 6.33%, well below the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in Utah

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Higher-Pressure Comparisons in Utah

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
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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