Moab, UT vs Woods Cross, UT

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Moab is 15.5% cheaper than Woods Cross. With a cost index of 101 vs 120, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Moab to Woods Cross should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Moab is $945/month compared to $1,572/month in Woods Cross — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Moab has cheaper rent, Woods Cross actually has lower median home values ($472,600 vs $478,700).

Median household income in Moab is $55,333 compared to $115,335 in Woods Cross (-52%). While Woods Cross is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Moab spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16.4% in Woods Cross.