Salt Lake City, Utah 

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Cost of Living in Salt Lake City, Utah

Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah and one of the largest cities in the West. The cost of living here is much lower than most other major US cities; however, housing prices have been steadily increasing since 2017. Renting an apartment or house here can range from around $800 for a one-bedroom apartment up to about $1,400 for a three bedroom unit depending on location and amenities. Transportation costs are also relatively low compared with other US cities thanks in part to Utah’s lack of income tax which helps keep gasoline prices down. Healthcare and grocery costs are both on par with national averages making Salt Lake City an attractive place for those looking for an affordable place to live without sacrificing too much convenience or comfort.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Salt Lake City is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Salt Lake City, Utah is more expensive.

Salt Lake City cost of living is 122.0

COST OF LIVINGSalt Lake CityUtahUSA
  122114.2100
  95.893.2100
  101.3102.7100
  179.4157.3100
  $500,800$510,600$338,100
  94.194.6100
  93.491.2100
  109.991100
100=National Average
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    Paradise - 2/26/2021
    Salt Lake City feels like home. There are so many things to do and see. There are many families and one thing to look out for is, there are many cranes and high rises... Read More

    Don't get fooled by fake smiles - 2/19/2021
    I've lived in Salt Lake City almost for six years. Each place can have negative aspects like traffic jams, cost of living, crime and climate etc. However, this city has... Read More


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