Cost of Living in Goshen, UT

With a cost of living index of 92, Goshen, UT is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 15% below the Utah state average of 108. Goshen is a small community of 833 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Goshen's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,274 (3% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $246,100 (19% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Goshen is $93,529, which is 24% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.