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Moving to Salt Lake City, UT

City Overview

Cost of Living

104

Avg Temperature

39°–62°F

State Income Tax

4.9%

Population

200K

World-class skiing is 30 minutes away, the Wasatch Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop, and the city is growing fast with a young, outdoor-loving population. The craft beer scene has blossomed despite the liquor laws.

The AvenuesSugar House9th and 9thLiberty ParkMarmalade

Average Moving Costs to Salt Lake City

Estimated costs for a 2-bedroom move from the top 10 US cities by population.

FromDistanceFull-ServiceDIY
New York, NY1,968 mi$3,254$5,125$1,902$3,219
Los Angeles, CA580 mi$2,400$3,752$1,115$2,245
Chicago, IL1,257 mi$2,732$4,309$1,498$2,720
Houston, TX1,199 mi$2,668$4,212$1,466$2,680
Phoenix, AZ505 mi$2,292$3,597$1,073$2,192
Philadelphia, PA1,920 mi$3,114$4,929$1,873$3,186
San Antonio, TX1,087 mi$2,591$4,091$1,402$2,601
San Diego, CA627 mi$2,418$3,784$1,141$2,277
Dallas, TX999 mi$2,571$4,047$1,352$2,539
San Jose, CA586 mi$2,467$3,846$1,118$2,249

Neighborhoods in Salt Lake City

The Avenues

A popular neighborhood in Salt Lake City, UT for newcomers and residents alike.

Sugar House

A popular neighborhood in Salt Lake City, UT for newcomers and residents alike.

9th and 9th

A popular neighborhood in Salt Lake City, UT for newcomers and residents alike.

Liberty Park

A popular neighborhood in Salt Lake City, UT for newcomers and residents alike.

Marmalade

A popular neighborhood in Salt Lake City, UT for newcomers and residents alike.

Cost of Living in Salt Lake City

104

Cost of Living Index

4% above the national average of 100

Index: 100 = national average. Scale capped at 150.

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,400/mo

Avg 2BR Rent

$1,750/mo

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