Average Rent in Salt Lake City, UT (2026)
Typical asking rent in Salt Lake City is $1,647. Across the 9 ZIP codes with data it runs from $1,318 to $2,587, so which side of town you buy on matters as much as the city average. Data as of June 2026.
Rent by ZIP code in Salt Lake City
| ZIP code | County | Typical rent | vs city median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84108 | Salt Lake County | $2,587 | +57% |
| 84105 | Salt Lake County | $1,959 | +19% |
| 84111 | Salt Lake County | $1,929 | +17% |
| 84106 | Salt Lake County | $1,820 | +11% |
| 84103 | Salt Lake County | $1,647 | 0% |
| 84101 | Salt Lake County | $1,578 | -4% |
| 84104 | Salt Lake County | $1,573 | -4% |
| 84102 | Salt Lake County | $1,516 | -8% |
| 84116 | Salt Lake County | $1,318 | -20% |
How to use these numbers
These are Zillow Observed Rent Index values, a smoothed measure of typical asking rent for single family homes, condos, and apartments in each ZIP code. They describe what units are listed for, not what any specific unit will get. Condition, bedroom count, and the exact block all move the number.
If you are underwriting a purchase, use the ZIP figure rather than the city median, and then verify against live listings for the same bedroom count before you commit. Salt Lake City sits in the Salt Lake City, UT metro area.
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