Murray, UT vs Provo, UT

Provo is moderately more affordable than Murray, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Murray scores 116 compared to 104 for Provo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Murray can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Murray is $1,447/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 $470,200.

Median household income in Murray is $87,864 compared to $62,800 in Provo (+39.9%). While Murray is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Murray spend roughly 19.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Provo.