CountyScore

Millard County

Utah · UT

#15 in Utah
73.2
County Score

County Report Card

About Millard County, Utah

Millard holds its own nationally

Millard County's composite score of 73.2 places it at approximately the 46th percentile nationally, just above the national median of 50.0. The county demonstrates moderate livability with balanced strengths and weaknesses across dimensions.

Nudges above Utah average

At 73.2, Millard County scores slightly above Utah's 72.1 state average, placing it in the middle tier of state counties. Performance is solid but unremarkable, with no single dimension standing out dramatically.

Affordable housing and cost stability

Millard County excels in Cost Score (77.4) with the lowest median home value ($246,400) and among the most affordable rents ($897/month) in the dataset. For budget-conscious households, housing costs present minimal strain.

Health and income need strengthening

The Health Score of 66.4 is the lowest among the eight counties, suggesting limited medical services or health outcomes. Combined with a modest Income Score of 29.7 and median household income of $70,877, earning and wellness potential lag peers.

Best for cost-focused, health-resilient families

Millard County works for retirees and families with minimal health care needs who prioritize ultra-low housing costs above all else. It's a trade-off choice: maximum affordability in exchange for reduced health services and moderate income prospects.

Score breakdown

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Tax87.2Cost77.4SafetyComing SoonHealth66.4SchoolsComing SoonIncome29.7Risk77.9WaterComing Soon
🏛87.2
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠77.4
Cost of Living
Median rent, home values, and housing affordability
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💼29.7
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
Violent and property crime rates per 100K residents
❤66.4
Health
Life expectancy, uninsured rates, and health access
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡77.9
Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index — flood, fire, tornado, and more
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Water Quality
EPA drinking water health violations and safety grades

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Deep Dives

Millard County across the ByCounty Network

Detailed analysis from 5 data dimensions — each powered by a dedicated ByCounty site.

Property Tax in Millard County

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Millard's tax rate above national median

Millard County's effective tax rate of 0.535% matches the national median exactly, though its lower home values keep tax bills modest. The median property tax of $1,319 falls below the national median of $2,690.

Highest rate in Utah

Millard County leads Utah counties with an effective tax rate of 0.535%, exceeding the state average of 0.498% by 37 basis points. Residents pay a median tax of $1,319, below the state median of $1,815 only because homes are valued lower here.

Significantly higher than all nearby counties

Millard County's 0.535% rate substantially exceeds every neighbor—Garfield (0.380%), Kane (0.419%), Piute (0.431%), and Iron (0.421%). This is the steepest tax rate in the region despite the lowest median home value.

Median home pays $1,319 annually

A typical Millard County home valued at $246,400 carries an annual tax bill of $1,319. Homeowners with mortgages pay $1,345, while those without mortgages pay $1,280.

Assess whether you're overvalued

Given Millard's higher tax rate, it's worth checking whether your property assessment reflects current market conditions. A free appeal could reveal significant savings if your home is overassessed.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Millard County

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Millard County rental costs below U.S. average

Millard County's 15.2% rent-to-income ratio sits below the national average, giving renters more breathing room than typical Americans. With median rent at $897 per month and a median household income of $70,877, housing costs remain manageable for renters here.

Below-average Utah rental burden

Millard County ranks among Utah's more affordable counties for renters, with a 15.2% rent-to-income ratio below the state average of 16.6%. The median rent of $897 undercuts the state median by $204, offering genuine value for renters.

Affordable rural Utah living

Millard County's $897 rent ranks second-cheapest after Garfield ($781) and significantly undercuts expensive neighbors like Kane ($1,120) and Grand ($1,021). The median home value of $246,400 is the lowest in this group, making it attractive for budget-conscious buyers too.

Housing costs stay well below income

Renters spend 15.2% of their $70,877 income on rent ($897/month), while homeowners dedicate 16.5% to mortgage costs ($977/month). Millard County residents enjoy balanced affordability whether renting or buying.

Utah's quiet affordability gem

Millard County delivers strong housing value with low rents and the state's cheapest home prices, perfect for relocators seeking rural Utah living on a modest budget. Compare it to pricier Kane and Grand to appreciate the savings available in this underrated county.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Millard County

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Millard income trails U.S. average

Millard County's median household income of $70,877 is 5.2% below the U.S. median of $74,755, placing it slightly below the national norm. The county reflects a rural, working-class income profile typical of central Utah.

Below Utah's middle income

Millard's $70,877 median falls 11.5% short of Utah's $80,176 state average, ranking it in the lower-middle tier of Utah counties. The per capita income of $27,109 is notably below the state average of $35,055, suggesting lower wealth concentration.

Middle tier in central Utah

Millard earns more than Piute ($44,650), Garfield ($61,688), and Grand ($62,521), but less than Kane ($75,000) and Juab ($89,803). It sits in the middle of Utah's rural economy.

Affordable housing supports families

With a rent-to-income ratio of 15.2%, Millard keeps housing costs well within the 30% affordability benchmark. The median home value of $246,400 is the third-lowest among these counties, making ownership accessible.

Use affordability to build savings

Millard's affordable housing creates opportunities to save: redirect housing savings into a 529 college plan for children or a SEP-IRA if self-employed. Compound interest rewards consistent, early investing, even at modest amounts.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Millard County

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Millard County's life expectancy challenge

At 76.7 years, Millard County residents live significantly shorter lives than the U.S. average of 78.9 years—a 2.2-year gap that warrants serious public health attention. The 19.5% poor or fair health rate is among Utah's worst, indicating substantial chronic disease and health management challenges.

Lowest life expectancy in Utah

Millard County ranks last among Utah's 29 counties for life expectancy at 76.7 years, more than a year below the state average of 77.9 years. The county's 19.5% poor health rate is the second-worst statewide, reflecting systemic health disparities and unmet care needs.

Significant disadvantage versus surrounding counties

Millard's 76.7-year life expectancy trails every neighboring county—Piute, Juab, and Beaver—by substantial margins, placing it in Utah's health crisis zone. The county's poor health rate of 19.5% is the worst or tied-worst in the region, signaling urgent need for targeted interventions.

High uninsured rate compounds healthcare crisis

Millard's 12.4% uninsured rate is among Utah's highest, leaving nearly one in eight residents without coverage to address the county's elevated disease burden. Primary care access of 61 per 100K is limited, and mental health services at 179 per 100K pale compared to better-resourced counties.

Coverage is critical for Millard

With the state's worst life expectancy and highest health burden, every uninsured Millard resident faces compounded risk—insurance unlocks preventive care and early treatment to reverse these trends. Enrolling in coverage is a vital step toward addressing the county's public health crisis.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Millard County

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Millard County poses low disaster risk nationally

Millard County's composite risk score of 22.17 falls into the Very Low category, approximately 40% below Utah's state average of 36.19. This central Utah county enjoys below-average exposure to natural hazards.

Fourth-lowest risk in Utah

Among Utah's 29 counties, Millard ranks toward the lower end of disaster exposure, ahead of Juab (15.30), Grand (10.27), and Piute (0.89). Its remote desert location contributes to this favorable positioning.

Safer than most surrounding counties

Millard's 22.17 score makes it safer than Garfield (37.63), Juab (15.30 but with higher wildfire), and Piute (0.89 only slightly lower). It occupies a middle ground in the central Utah risk landscape.

Wildfire and earthquake are primary concerns

Wildfire risk scores 91.22, among the state's highest, making brush fires Millard's dominant hazard despite its low composite score. Earthquake risk (83.24) ranks second, reflecting the county's position in seismically active central Utah.

Prioritize wildfire and quake coverage

Though Millard County's overall risk is low, concentrated hazards—particularly wildfire—warrant dedicated insurance unavailable through standard policies. Residents should secure wildfire and earthquake riders while maintaining defensible space and emergency preparedness plans.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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