Utah Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Utah, Utah?
$8,160 / month
for a family, 51.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $97,920 for the year for a family.
$3,567 / month
for a single person, 25.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $42,800 for the year for a single person.

Utah cost of living score
114.2
More expensive
14.2% higher
than the US average
0.0% lower
than the Utah average
Utah gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 114.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.2% higher than the U.S. average and 0.0% lower than the average for Utah.

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Housing costs in Utah?
A typical home costs $510,600, which is 51.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.0% less expensive than the average Utah home, at $510,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Utah costs $1,280 per month, which is 10.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Utah?
To live comfortably in Utah, a minimum annual income of $97,920 for a family, and $42,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Utah?
Utah State has a relatively low cost of living, compared to other states in the US. According to Sperling's Best Places Cost of Living Index, Utah has an index of 97.7, making it slightly cheaper than the national average of 100. Goods and services are typically more affordable in the state overall, with housing costs being notably lower than the rest of the country. Groceries and healthcare are also generally less expensive when compared to other states. On top of that, property taxes can be very low due to Utah's tax incentives for homeowners. All this combines to make Utah an attractive destination for people looking for a place to call home without breaking their bank accounts.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesUtah, UtahUnited States
  114.2100.0
  93.2100
  102.7100.0
  157.3100.0
  $510,600$338,100
  94.6100
  91.2100.0
  91.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 5 years ago

I’ve lived in other states, and visited most, yet I haven’t found another state that compares to Utah. However, that’s partially personal preference. The Mexican food in  More

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The state is an outdoor paradise of breathtaking beauty and unending opportunities for all sporting, hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing activities. Unfortunately the  More

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Over 8 years ago

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