Arcata, California vs. West Valley City, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Valley City, Utah is 2.3% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $76,733 in West Valley City, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Valley City, Utah is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
20% more expensive in West Valley City
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs. West Valley City, UT
Compared to Arcata, West Valley City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  20.4% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower

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