Uintah County ranks above national livability average
Uintah County's composite score of 74.2 surpasses the national median of 50.0 by 48%, placing it in the 74th percentile nationwide. This above-average ranking reflects strong natural disaster resilience paired with reasonable costs and taxes.
2 / 5
Slightly above Utah state average
At 74.2, Uintah County exceeds the state average of 72.1 by 2.1 points, ranking it in the upper tier of Utah's 29 counties. This solid performance balances rural simplicity with measurable economic and safety advantages.
3 / 5
Exceptional disaster resilience and low taxes
Uintah County scores 96.1 on risk—second only to Rich County—indicating outstanding resilience to natural hazards and weather events. The tax score of 87.2 and cost score of 76.2 deliver additional financial relief, with a median home value of $270,200 and median rent of $914.
4 / 5
Income levels and health services lag behind
The income score of 29.0 and median household income of $69,861 reflect limited high-wage employment opportunities compared to state benchmarks. Health scores at 66.2 are among the lowest in the study group, suggesting potential healthcare access or preventive wellness gaps.
5 / 5
Perfect for families seeking disaster-safe stability
Uintah County attracts families and retirees prioritizing natural disaster safety, low taxes, and affordable housing in a rural setting. It suits those with stable income sources or remote work who value property security and financial predictability over high earning potential.
Uintah County ranks above national livability average
Uintah County's composite score of 74.2 surpasses the national median of 50.0 by 48%, placing it in the 74th percentile nationwide. This above-average ranking reflects strong natural disaster resilience paired with reasonable costs and taxes.
Slightly above Utah state average
At 74.2, Uintah County exceeds the state average of 72.1 by 2.1 points, ranking it in the upper tier of Utah's 29 counties. This solid performance balances rural simplicity with measurable economic and safety advantages.
Exceptional disaster resilience and low taxes
Uintah County scores 96.1 on risk—second only to Rich County—indicating outstanding resilience to natural hazards and weather events. The tax score of 87.2 and cost score of 76.2 deliver additional financial relief, with a median home value of $270,200 and median rent of $914.
Income levels and health services lag behind
The income score of 29.0 and median household income of $69,861 reflect limited high-wage employment opportunities compared to state benchmarks. Health scores at 66.2 are among the lowest in the study group, suggesting potential healthcare access or preventive wellness gaps.
Perfect for families seeking disaster-safe stability
Uintah County attracts families and retirees prioritizing natural disaster safety, low taxes, and affordable housing in a rural setting. It suits those with stable income sources or remote work who value property security and financial predictability over high earning potential.
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Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
Uintah County's effective tax rate of 0.535% sits just above both the state average of 0.498% and falls in the 60th percentile nationally. The median tax bill of $1,447 trails the national median of $2,690, reflecting the county's moderate median home value of $270,200.
Moderate taxes among Utah counties
Uintah County ranks 10th among Utah's 29 counties by effective tax rate at 0.535%, slightly above the statewide average of 0.498%. Its median tax of $1,447 sits well below the state median of $1,815, making it one of the more affordable counties in Utah.
Lower taxes than most regional neighbors
Uintah County's 0.535% rate slightly exceeds rich County's 0.290% but falls well below neighboring Daggett County and exceeds Sanpete County (0.511%). Among northeastern Utah counties, Uintah's tax rate remains moderate and favorable.
Median home costs $1,447 in taxes annually
A typical Uintah County home valued at $270,200 generates an annual property tax bill of $1,447. The tax obligation is remarkably consistent whether you own outright or carry a mortgage, with annual bills hovering around $1,427–$1,457.
Verify your assessment for potential savings
Even in moderate-tax counties like Uintah, homeowners should periodically review their assessments against recent comparable sales. Filing an appeal is simple and free if you believe your home is overvalued relative to the current market.
Uintah County's rent-to-income ratio of 15.7% sits below the national benchmark, but the county's median household income of $69,861 trails the national average by 6%. Residents here spend a reasonable share of their income on housing, though lower overall earnings reduce financial flexibility compared to national norms.
Moderate affordability in eastern Utah
Uintah County's rent-to-income ratio of 15.7% ranks among Utah's better performers, sitting below the state average of 16.6%. At $914 per month for median rent—17% below Utah's $1,101 average—the county offers solid affordability for renters in the state's northeast.
Consistent eastern Utah pricing
Uintah County's $914 rent closely mirrors Sanpete County ($911) and Sevier County ($878), reflecting stable pricing across rural and semi-rural eastern Utah. The county's 15.7% rent-to-income ratio performs better than Sanpete (16.2%) despite similar absolute rent costs, reflecting its slightly higher median income.
Affordable housing in Uintah
Renters spend $914 monthly while homeowners average $1,031, consuming 15.7% to 17.7% of a median $69,861 household income. The typical Uintah family dedicates roughly $10,968 to $12,372 annually to housing—a manageable burden in the region's modest-income economy.
Uintah suits remote workers and outdoor enthusiasts
Consider Uintah County if you work remotely or have portable income and value eastern Utah's natural attractions and lower costs than the Wasatch Front. The county's median home value of $270,200 and 15.7% rent-to-income ratio offer solid affordability for those not tied to urban job markets.
Uintah County's median household income of $69,861 falls approximately $4,894 short of the national median of $74,755, placing it just below national norms. The modest gap reflects a county economy performing slightly below average on the national scale.
Below-average rank among Utah counties
Uintah County's $69,861 median income ranks it in the lower-middle tier of Utah's 29 counties, trailing the state average of $80,176 by $10,315. Per capita income of $30,586 similarly lags the state average of $35,055, suggesting wage growth opportunity exists.
Competing as a moderate earner regionally
Uintah County's income sits between Sanpete County ($67,459) and Rich County ($76,875), positioning it as a moderate performer regionally. Its $270,200 median home value aligns competitively with similar-income neighboring counties.
Housing costs reasonably balanced
Uintah County's 15.7% rent-to-income ratio translates to approximately $914 monthly in housing costs relative to median income, remaining comfortably below affordability strain levels. The ratio allows residents meaningful flexibility for savings and non-housing priorities.
Strengthen finances through intentional saving
Uintah County residents with moderate incomes should prioritize building emergency reserves and exploring pathways to higher-wage employment through training or education. The county's affordable housing-to-income ratio creates opportunity to redirect savings into long-term wealth vehicles like retirement accounts.
At 74.6 years, Uintah County's life expectancy falls 1.8 years behind the U.S. average of 76.4 years. With 18.0% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces elevated chronic disease burdens compared to national norms.
Among Utah's lowest health outcomes
Uintah County's 74.6-year life expectancy ranks among the state's lowest, falling 3.3 years short of Utah's 77.9-year average. The county's health challenges are significant and warrant urgent attention.
Eastern Utah health disparities
Uintah County's 74.6-year life expectancy exceeds San Juan County (72.8 years) but trails nearly all other regions, falling 9.4 years behind Summit County (84.0 years). Eastern Utah shows the state's most severe health gradients.
High uninsurance and limited providers
Uintah County's 12.2% uninsured rate ranks among Utah's highest, and the county provides only 39 primary care providers and 180 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. These dual barriers—lack of coverage and limited capacity—compound healthcare access challenges.
Coverage is urgent in Uintah County
With 12.2% uninsured, Uintah County residents should prioritize enrollment at Healthcare.gov or Utah's marketplace to access the county's limited providers. Getting covered removes financial barriers to appointments for the 1 in 8 residents currently without insurance.
With a composite risk score of 3.98, Uintah County places among America's safest counties for natural disasters. The very low rating reflects minimal exposure to most major hazard types.
Utah's safest county overall
Uintah County's score of 3.98 sits far below Utah's state average of 36.19, making it the state's lowest-risk county. Only Rich County comes close to matching this exceptional safety profile.
Far safer than surrounding counties
Uintah County (3.98) dramatically outperforms all neighboring counties, including Rich County (0.83) and San Juan County (26.81). This advantage reflects geographic isolation and lower exposure to regional hazards.
Wildfire and earthquake risks remain modest
Wildfire risk (71.37) and earthquake risk (56.87) represent Uintah County's primary exposures, though both remain far below the state average. Flood (10.27) and tornado (9.61) risks pose minimal threats.
Standard homeowners insurance suffices
Uintah County's very low disaster risk means standard homeowners insurance provides adequate protection for most properties. Consider wildfire coverage only if your home sits in a forested area or near wildland zones.