Ogden, UT vs Provo, UT

Ogden is moderately more affordable than Provo, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Ogden scores 93 compared to 104 for Provo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Provo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ogden is $1,128/month compared to $1,152/month in Provo — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ogden is more affordable at $311,300 median vs $437,100.

Median household income in Ogden is $70,053 compared to $62,800 in Provo (+11.5%). Ogden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ogden spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Provo.