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West Valley City, UT 84119
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Rental Market Trends in West Valley City, UT
Updated August 2026
The average rent in West Valley City, UT is $1,322/month.
Rent in West Valley City is 21% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,322/month
Average Rent
696 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.5%
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Available Apartments
West Valley City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in West Valley City average $1,215 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in West Valley City average $1,322 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in West Valley City average $1,577 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in West Valley City average $2,104 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in West Valley City, UT?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.5%, which averages out to $7 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in West Valley City, UT
August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
56%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
39%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
6%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in West Valley City, UT?
Because the average rent in West Valley City is $1,322, you’ll want to make about $4,406 per month or $52,872 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does West Valley City, UT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare West Valley City, UT to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the West Valley City Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Taylorsville
Avg Rent: $1,186/month
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Magna
Avg Rent: $1,320/month
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West Jordan
Avg Rent: $1,367/month
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South Salt Lake
Avg Rent: $1,250/month
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Murray
Avg Rent: $1,298/month
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Midvale
Avg Rent: $1,341/month
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Salt Lake City
Avg Rent: $1,433/month
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Millcreek
Avg Rent: $1,521/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in West Valley City?
The average rent in West Valley City is $1,322 per month, which is 20.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in West Valley City?
The average rent for a house in West Valley City, UT is $2,083 per month.
Are rents going up or down in West Valley City?
Rents in West Valley City, UT are increasing, with prices up 0.5% year-over-year and $7 more per month.
What rent range is most common in West Valley City?
In West Valley City, UT, 56% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.