West Valley City, Utah vs. Arcata, California

Cost of Living Comparison

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

You would need a salary of $48,871 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Valley City, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is cheaper than West Valley City, Utah
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
16% cheaper in Arcata
than in West Valley City, Utah
West Valley City, UT vs. Arcata, CA
Compared to West Valley City, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  17.0% lower
  Health
  16.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher