Palmdale, California vs. Provo, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Provo, Utah is 17.3% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $61,996 in Provo, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Provo, Utah is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Provo
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Provo, UT
Compared to Palmdale, Provo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% lower
      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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.7% lower
  Commute
  52.5% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower