State report

Real Estate Investing in Utah

1 Utah metro covered, ranked by the MDR investor score. Average gross rent yield: 3.38%. Average YoY: +1.4%.

Tenancy
landlord-friendly
Foreclosure
non-judicial, ~120 days
Assignment
permitted
Income tax
state income tax 4.55%
All markets

Utah ranked by MDR investor score.

# Market Median YoY Yield Score
01 Salt Lake City $580k +1.4% 3.38% 47
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FAQ

Investing in Utah.

Is Utah a good state for real estate investing in 2026?

Across the 1 Utah markets we cover, average gross rent yield is 3.38% and average YoY appreciation is +1.4%. Landlord-friendly tenancy posture, foreclosure timeline ~120 days, state income tax 4.55%. Salt Lake City is our top-scoring Utah market at 47/100.

What are Utah's landlord-tenant laws like?

Utah is landlord-friendly. The foreclosure process is non-judicial, ~120 days. state income tax 4.55%.

Is wholesaling legal in Utah?

Wholesale assignment is permitted in Utah. Always confirm current disclosure and licensing requirements with a local attorney before structuring deals.

What is the best city to invest in in Utah?

Based on our composite investor score, Salt Lake City scores highest among Utah markets at 47/100. Median home value $580,126 with 3.38% gross rent yield.

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