Magna

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Magna, UT Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,295

Population

29,488

Renter Mix

23% Rent

Small mountain town outside of Salt Lake City reveres history and the arts.

Small Town Commuter Mountain Views Quaint

Tucked against the northern Oquirrh Mountains just 14 miles west of Salt Lake City, Magna offers rugged peak views without downtown prices. The Empress Theatre anchors the local arts scene, while the Magna Ethnic and Mining Museum showcases the community’s industrial heritage. Outdoor enthusiasts can golf at Copper Club, stroll Pleasant Green Park, or visit the nearby Great Salt Lake. The township hosts Utah’s self-proclaimed "biggest little 4th of July celebration," a beloved tradition that draws neighbors together annually.

Magna’s rental market features single-family homes, townhomes, and smaller apartment communities with more space than urban options. From spacious three-bedrooms to cozy one-bedrooms, various layouts suit different needs. With easy interstate access to Salt Lake City’s job centers, shopping, and entertainment, Magna appeals to renters seeking elbow room without sacrificing city conveniences.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$73,936

Average: $86,370

Education

3,711

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

16,008

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

33 Years

Largest Age Group

10-19 Years

Approximately 17% of Residents

Under 20

31%

Over 65

10%

Housing Distribution

Magna has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
23%
Non-Renters
77%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
9%
Other Education
91%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Magna, UT is $1,291 for one bedroom, $1,601 for two bedrooms, and $1,943 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Magna has decreased by -2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,291/month
749 Sq Ft
House
$1,824/month
1,692 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,299/month
1,273 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Magna, UT

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Copper Hills School

Public

Grades PK-5

479 Students

Pleasant Green School

Public

Grades PK-5

445 Students

Elk Run Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

629 Students

Magna School

Public

Grades PK-5

583 Students

Lake Ridge School

Public

Grades PK-5

422 Students

Scott M Matheson Jr High

Public

Grades 6-8

1,081 Students

Brockbank Jr High School

Public

Grades 7-9

931 Students

Cyprus High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,709 Students

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.