Average Rent in Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City combines outdoor recreation with a growing tech industry known as Silicon Slopes. Rents have stabilized after rapid growth, and the city offers a unique mix of urban amenities and mountain access.
-0.8%YoY
Studio
$1,100
1-Bedroom
$1,350
2-Bedroom
$1,650
3-Bedroom
$2,050
Market Overview
Year-over-Year Change-0.8%
Vacancy Rate5.8%
Renter Population50%
Median Income$60,035/yr
Rent-to-Income Ratio27%
Cost of Living Index97 (US avg: 100)
Market Condition
Renter-Friendly
Market conditions favor renters. Good time to negotiate.
Tenant Protections
- Security deposit return within 30 days
- No rent control statewide
- Landlord must maintain fit premises
- 15-day notice for lease violations before eviction
Rent by Neighborhood in Salt Lake City
Downtown SLC
Urban core with Temple Square, City Creek Center, and transit hub.
Walk Score: 82Safety: 6/10
1-Bed
$1,500
2-Bed
$1,850
3-Bed
$2,300
Sugar House
Popular neighborhood with shopping, dining, and park access.
Walk Score: 65Safety: 7/10
1-Bed
$1,350
2-Bed
$1,650
3-Bed
$2,050
Marmalade District
Historic area near Capitol with city views and walkability.
Walk Score: 70Safety: 7/10
1-Bed
$1,300
2-Bed
$1,600
3-Bed
$1,950
Liberty Park
Central location around the city's largest park.
Walk Score: 72Safety: 6/10
1-Bed
$1,250
2-Bed
$1,550
3-Bed
$1,900
Tips for Renting in Salt Lake City
- 1TRAX light rail is free in the downtown zone - save on commuting
- 2Ski resorts are 30-45 minutes away - a major lifestyle perk
- 3Air quality can be poor in winter due to inversions - check before choosing a valley location
- 4Tech job growth in Silicon Slopes is driving demand in south valley suburbs
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