What to know before you move: cost, market timing, who it fits.
Moving to Utah: the honest read
Utah has had the country's highest birthrate and one of the fastest population growth rates for years running, and the cost of that growth shows up in housing prices and water concerns. The income tax is a flat 4.55%, property taxes are low, and the state has been consistently ranked at or near the top for economic momentum. The geography really is the Wasatch Front (Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden — about 80% of the state's population, the jobs, the university and tech corridor known as Silicon Slopes), the Wasatch Back ski-resort economy (Park City and beyond, dramatically more expensive), and rural southern Utah where the national parks and the Mormon agricultural towns are. Air quality in the SLC valley during winter inversions is genuinely a public-health issue. The cultural fit question is real — the LDS Church's footprint shapes daily life, school calendars, alcohol policy, and social structures in ways transplants notice quickly.
If you're considering a move to Clinton, UT, the most important variables are the local housing market, the cost structure (taxes, insurance, utilities), and how well the city fits your day-to-day life. This page summarizes the housing market read; pair it with the cost of living page for the full picture.
Clinton is a city in Davis County, Utah, with an estimated population of 23,728. It's part of the Ogden-Clearfield metro area. The median home value in Clinton is $499,933 as of 2026-04, up 1.1% over the last 12 months. Over the last five years, home values have averaged +5.0% annual growth, with prices at or near the 5-year peak. Rents in Clinton average $2,446 per month, up 4.8% year-over-year. The composite momentum score is 67 of 100 (Rising). Prices have been trending up and the market has been clearing.
Quiet strength: prices near or at all-time highs (-1.6% from 5-year peak).
Reasons people move here
- Healthy 5-year run: +5.0% annualized over 5 years, outpacing US inflation.
- Held the highs: currently -1.6% from the 5-year peak — this market refused to give back gains.
Things to know first
- Local nuance: city-level data smooths over neighborhood differences. School zones, HOA rules, and street-level character matter — visit before deciding.
- Local nuance (school zones, neighborhood quality) varies block by block — visit before deciding.
More about Clinton
What this move will cost
Real upfront cash to land in Clinton, plus what you’ll carry month to month.
Cash to move in (renting)
| Rental | Typical rent | Cash to sign (1st + deposit) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,908/mo | $3,816 |
| 1-bed | $2,152/mo | $4,304 |
| 2-bed | $2,446/mo | $4,892 |
| 3-bed | $2,984/mo | $5,968 |
If you buy near the local median of $499,933, plan on about $2,600/yr in property tax (~$217/mo) at Utah’s effective rate of 0.52%. Lenders escrow this on top of principal & interest.
Getting your stuff here
| Move size | Local movers (<100 mi) | Long-distance (1,000 mi+) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed home | $500–$1,100 | $1,700–$3,700 |
| 2-bed home | $900–$2,000 | $2,800–$6,000 |
| 3-bed home | $1,300–$2,800 | $4,000–$8,500 |
DIY truck rental instead of movers: about $150–$600 local, $1,200–$3,500 one-way long-distance, plus fuel. Ranges are national averages — your quote moves with exact distance, stairs/elevator access, and season (summer is priciest).
Your relocation checklist
The official, no-cost places to handle the paperwork after you decide on Clinton.
- Driver’s license & vehicle registrationOpen DMV →
New Utah residents usually have 30–90 days to switch — confirm the exact deadline at the Utah Driver License Division. - Forward your mailUSPS change of address →
File a USPS change of address ($1.10 identity-verification fee) a week or two before you move. - Register to voteRegister / update →
Update your registration to your new Clinton address — the official, no-cost portal routes you to Utah. - Turn on utilitiesFind providers →
Line up electric, gas, water/sewer, trash, and internet to start on move-in day. - Check the school districtLook up by address →
Enrollment is by address — confirm which schools serve the home you’re considering before you sign. - Update your address everywhere elseIRS address change →
Bank, insurance, employer/payroll, IRS, and your state tax agency. Auto and renters/home insurance rates can change with the ZIP.
Sources: Zillow ZHVI (home values), Zillow ZORI (rents), US Census ACS + place population. Updated when source agencies publish revisions.