Layton, UT vs Provo, UT

Provo is moderately more affordable than Layton, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Layton scores 114 compared to 104 for Provo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Layton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Layton is $1,455/month compared to $1,152/month in Provo — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Provo is more affordable at $437,100 median vs $437,400.

Median household income in Layton is $99,188 compared to $62,800 in Provo (+57.9%). While Layton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Layton spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Provo.