Provo, Utah vs. Thornton, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thornton, Colorado is 13.1% more expensive than Provo, Utah.

You would need a salary of $96,104 in Thornton, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Provo, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Colorado is more expensive than Provo, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Thornton
than in Provo, Utah
Provo, UT vs. Thornton, CO
Compared to Provo, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  42.2% higher
  Health
  16.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% higher