Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Summit County, Utah
Summit County has a HUD fair market rent of $2,153 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,987 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $41.40 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,153
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 44% more than in Utah
- Typical rent
- $1,987
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 33% more than in Utah
- Wage needed
- $41.40
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $86,120 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 36%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 23% less than in Utah
Only here
Renting in Summit County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Summit County has the highest typical household income of the 29 counties in Utah: $138,114.
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Nearby, in Duchesne County, the typical rent is $1,009: 49% less than in Summit County ($1,987).
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At $1,987, Summit County ranks 2nd among the 28 counties in Utah with this figure for the highest typical rent.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Summit County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Summit County was $3,339 a month in September 2026: 13% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,851 | $35.60 | $74,040 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,899 | $36.52 | $75,960 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,153 | $41.40 | $86,120 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,890 | $55.58 | $115,600 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,599 | $69.21 | $143,960 |
HUD area: Summit County, UT. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 14 ZIP codes in Summit County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,330 in 82930 to $2,850 in 84098. 3 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($2,153).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 82930 | Summit County, UT | $1,020 | $1,030 | $1,330 | $1,710 | $1,860 |
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| 82930 | Uinta County, WY | $1,020 | $1,030 | $1,330 | $1,710 | $1,860 |
| 84017 | Ogden, UT | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,970 | $2,670 | $3,150 |
| 84017 | Summit County, UT | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,970 | $2,670 | $3,150 |
| 84024 | Summit County, UT | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,970 | $2,670 | $3,150 |
| 84033 | Summit County, UT | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,970 | $2,670 | $3,150 |
| 84036 | Summit County, UT | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,970 | $2,670 | $3,150 |
| 84036 | Wasatch County, UT | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,970 | $2,670 | $3,150 |
| 84055 | Summit County, UT | $2,380 | $2,440 | $2,770 | $3,720 | $4,630 |
| 84060 | Summit County, UT | $1,830 | $1,880 | $2,130 | $2,860 | $3,560 |
| 84060 | Wasatch County, UT | $1,830 | $1,880 | $2,130 | $2,860 | $3,560 |
| 84061 | Summit County, UT | $1,720 | $1,780 | $2,020 | $2,710 | $3,370 |
| 84098 | Ogden, UT | $2,450 | $2,510 | $2,850 | $3,830 | $4,760 |
| 84098 | Summit County, UT | $2,450 | $2,510 | $2,850 | $3,830 | $4,760 |
- 82930 · Summit County, UT $1,330$1,710
- 82930 · Uinta County, WY $1,330$1,710
- 84017 · Ogden, UT $1,970$2,670
- 84017 · Summit County, UT $1,970$2,670
- 84024 · Summit County, UT $1,970$2,670
- 84033 · Summit County, UT $1,970$2,670
- 84036 · Summit County, UT $1,970$2,670
- 84036 · Wasatch County, UT $1,970$2,670
- 84055 · Summit County, UT $2,770$3,720
- 84060 · Summit County, UT $2,130$2,860
- 84060 · Wasatch County, UT $2,130$2,860
- 84061 · Summit County, UT $2,020$2,710
- 84098 · Ogden, UT $2,850$3,830
- 84098 · Summit County, UT $2,850$3,830
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Summit County, 36% of renter households are in that position; in Utah, 47%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
36%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
3,109 households rent in Summit County
- Spend half or more of their income 19%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 17%
- Spend less than 30% 64%
Compared with the state and the country
- Summit 36%
- Utah 47%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Summit County
HUD lists 13 properties with homes for low-income households in Summit County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC). They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 13
666 homes in all; 662 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Liberty Peak Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 6407 Liberty Peak Ln, Park City 84098 150 low-income homes · 1 bd: 74 · 2 bd: 76 · In service since 2012
- Elk Meadows Apts. Tax credit (LIHTC) 2627 Kilby Rd, Park City 84098 96 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 1993
- Iron Horse Park Apts. Tax credit (LIHTC) 1674 Lower Iron Horse Loop, Park City 84060 94 low-income homes · 3 bd: 94 · In service since 1996
- Aspen Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 1863 Kearns Blvd, Park City 84060 88 low-income homes · 2 bd: 18 · 3 bd: 70 · In service since 1996
- Holiday Village Apts. Tax credit (LIHTC) 2200 Monitor Dr, Park City 84060 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 2000
- Parkside Apts. Tax credit (LIHTC) 1776 Kearns Blvd, Park City 84060 42 low-income homes · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2005
- Newpark Studios Tax credit (LIHTC) 1436 Ute Blvd, Park City 84098 38 low-income homes · Studio: 38 · In service since 2007
- Richer Place Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1581 Ute Blvd, Park City 84098 28 homes, 25 low-income · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2016 · For people experiencing homelessness
- Meadow View II Tax credit (LIHTC) 540 S 70 E, Kamas 84036 16 low-income homes · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 1994
- Silver Meadows Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 1935 Cooke Dr, Park City 84060 14 low-income homes · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 1996
- Meadow View I Tax credit (LIHTC) 530 S 70 E, Kamas 84036 8 low-income homes · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1993
- Washington Mill Tax credit (LIHTC) 240 Daly Ave, Park City 84060 8 low-income homes · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1995
- Crown at River Bluffs Tax credit (LIHTC) 1960 Sidewinder Dr, Park City 84060 4 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2015
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Summit County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. A public housing agency runs it. HUD lists none with an office in Summit County; the state's agencies can help you. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $35,250 | $58,700 | $74,800 |
| 2 people | $40,250 | $67,100 | $85,450 |
| 3 people | $45,300 | $75,500 | $96,150 |
| 4 people | $50,300 | $83,850 | $106,800 |
| 5 people | $54,350 | $90,600 | $115,350 |
| 6 people | $58,350 | $97,300 | $123,900 |
| 7 people | $62,400 | $104,000 | $132,450 |
| 8 people | $66,400 | $110,700 | $141,000 |
Area median income: $167,700. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Summit County, UT. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,666 – $2,036
- 1 bedroom $1,709 – $2,089
- 2 bedrooms $1,938 – $2,368
- 3 bedrooms $2,601 – $3,179
- 4 bedrooms $3,239 – $3,959
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
HUD lists no housing agency with an office in Summit County. You can apply at another agency in your state: you do not have to live where you apply. Source: HUD
Your rights as a tenant in Utah
What Utah law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- Utah Code §57-17-3(2)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 business days
- Utah Code §78B-6-802(1)(c)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 15 days
- Utah Code §78B-6-802(1)(b)
- Only a court order can remove youUtah Code §78B-6-814
- Repair and deduct from the rentUtah Code §57-22-6(4)(a)(ii)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Summit County
These are the nearest HUD-approved agencies. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Community Development Corporation of Utah
501 E 1700 S, Salt Lake City · 48 miles away · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 5 more
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Neighborworks Mountain Country Home Solutions
1031 W Center St Ste 302, Orem · 56 miles away
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
- and 6 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Summit County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Utah, the average home bill was $95 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
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Cash to move in
$4,306
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $2,153
- Security deposit
- $2,153
- Total
- $4,306
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Summit County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,851; 1 bedroom: $1,899; 2 bedrooms: $2,153; 3 bedrooms: $2,890; 4 bedrooms: $3,599. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Summit County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($2,153) without spending more than 30% of income takes $41.40 an hour full time, or $86,120 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Summit County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $83,850 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Summit County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,938 and $2,368 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Summit County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,330 in 82930 to $2,850 in 84098. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Summit County?
HUD lists 13 properties with homes for low-income households in Summit County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC). They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Summit County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Summit County, 36% of renter households are in that position; in Utah, 47%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).