Cost of Living in Utah
The cost of living in Utah is same as the national average
| Cost of Living in Utah | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 13% higher |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 15% lower |
| Food | 3% lower |
| Healthcare | 1% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Goods & Services | 6% lower |
Summary
The cost of living in Utah is same as the national average. Housing is 13% higher than the national average, while utilities are 15% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 3% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 6% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 1% lower in Utah compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 6% lower.
The Cost of Living in Utah Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
This is how much pricier or cheaper it is to live in Utah’s 5 largest cities compared to the national average.
The cost of living in Utah varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Utah is St. George, where the cost of living is 5% higher compared to the state average and 5% higher than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Utah is Nephi, with a cost of living 16% lower below the state average and 15% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 5% higher | 5% higher |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 4% higher | 5% higher |
| Ogden, UT | 1% higher | 1% higher |
| Provo, UT | 3% lower | 3% lower |
| Nephi, UT | 16% lower | 15% lower |