CalculatorUtah
Cash-on-cash return calculator — Utah
Utah investors often balance fast population growth history with affordability constraints. Default rent inputs are drawn from HUD FMR data—test downside rent and vacancy paths, not only upside cases. Same math as the national Cash-on-cash return calculator; numbers are educational—not lender instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- How do you calculate cash-on-cash return?
- Cash-on-cash return is annual pre-tax cash flow divided by total upfront cash invested. This includes down payment, closing costs, rehab, and other initial costs.
- What is a good cash-on-cash return for rental property?
- Targets vary by market and risk profile. Many investors compare cash-on-cash return against financing risk, vacancy assumptions, and alternative uses of capital.
- Can I save cash-on-cash calculator results?
- This calculator does not save your session. Use a free Veld account to save deal assumptions, compare scenarios, and track portfolio performance over time.
- What drives cash-on-cash return most in Utah?
- In Utah, cash-on-cash is most sensitive to your entry basis ($588,500 median home prices), interest rate, and true operating costs like 0.45% effective property tax. Stress test rent, vacancy, and maintenance before relying on one output.
Real estate investing in Utah
Real estate investing in Utah
HOA-heavy new construction differs from older infill on expenses. Match your model to the product type you are buying.
- Typical 2BR rent
- ~$1,450/mo
- Effective property tax
- ~0.45% of home value
- State income tax
- 4.5% flat
- Median home price
- ~$588,500
Rent: HUD FMR 2025 · Property tax: Tax Foundation 2022 · Adjust all calculator inputs to match your specific deal.
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