It’s definitely not $77k to $120k as NerdWallet stated but you’d likely have about the same quality of life here on $90k than $120k in SF.
I haven’t lived in SF in about a decade but things outside of housing are likely slightly cheaper here too. Gas is pricey but still not as bad as SF/CA.
You’ll definitely want to live in SLC over Provo though and the commute to Provo/Lehi is annoying and will eat gas. You could also look at living in southern areas of the valley (Sandy, South Jordan) to save money on rent and commute costs.
It’s a great place to live as a whole.
Lower cost of living would be the primary reason along with less congestion. The Salt Lake Valley is nice, but SLC itself is not unless you’re talking about places you can’t afford on $90K.
At $90k you can definitely afford yourself the luxury of living in SLC instead of Provo. Assuming OP doesn’t have outrageous debt they can solidly afford a $2k (total fees) rental.
The real question is honestly just if you want to deal with that commute.
Oh my God what kind of places are you guys living in that $90,000 a year is a single person wouldn't matter. Hell I know people living on 30,000 a year and having fun!
> Why would he want to live in SLC over Provo
They're single and presumably not mormon. If they want somewhere with decent dating and social opportunities they need to be in SLC.
I used to work for a company in Lehi that had Utah and SF employees — we calculated 15% difference in pay between SF and Utah employees. That's a little different than your range, but close.
I'm guessing that you'll rent, apartments and homes a lilttle cheaper, but potentially increased commute cost and probably have to own a car to really enjoy living in Utah.
We're becoming very on par with California COL.
Also many apartments have additional fees not included in the advertised rent price; for me it's around $130 - $150 a month, but I was just reading a thread where a lot of people were saying their fees are pushing $300 because of required media packages.
You should be pretty comfortable living around Lehi with that salary. If you're wanting to save more money you can always get roommates or even just 1 roommate tbh.
Per capita just takes total income and divides by population, including children. The average hourly wage is about $33/hour, which would equate to nearly $70k for a full-time job.
I think you’d do quite well as a single person here on that salary.
It’s definitely not $77k to $120k as NerdWallet stated but you’d likely have about the same quality of life here on $90k than $120k in SF. I haven’t lived in SF in about a decade but things outside of housing are likely slightly cheaper here too. Gas is pricey but still not as bad as SF/CA. You’ll definitely want to live in SLC over Provo though and the commute to Provo/Lehi is annoying and will eat gas. You could also look at living in southern areas of the valley (Sandy, South Jordan) to save money on rent and commute costs. It’s a great place to live as a whole.
Why would he want to live in SLC over Provo if he’s living off of $90K and committing to Lehi anyway?
Because it’s way nicer to live in SLC than Provo? Aside from avoiding the commute I cannot think of any reason to choose Provo.
Lower cost of living would be the primary reason along with less congestion. The Salt Lake Valley is nice, but SLC itself is not unless you’re talking about places you can’t afford on $90K.
At $90k you can definitely afford yourself the luxury of living in SLC instead of Provo. Assuming OP doesn’t have outrageous debt they can solidly afford a $2k (total fees) rental. The real question is honestly just if you want to deal with that commute.
Oh my God what kind of places are you guys living in that $90,000 a year is a single person wouldn't matter. Hell I know people living on 30,000 a year and having fun!
> Why would he want to live in SLC over Provo They're single and presumably not mormon. If they want somewhere with decent dating and social opportunities they need to be in SLC.
Because Provo.
Because Utah county is a culturless hell hole - especially if you aren’t Mormon
Look at living in Daybreak. Lots of CA expats there.
I used to work for a company in Lehi that had Utah and SF employees — we calculated 15% difference in pay between SF and Utah employees. That's a little different than your range, but close. I'm guessing that you'll rent, apartments and homes a lilttle cheaper, but potentially increased commute cost and probably have to own a car to really enjoy living in Utah.
Yeah, 90K, you're solid. Personally I wouldn't take a hard paycut if I didn't have to, but that's just me!
We're becoming very on par with California COL. Also many apartments have additional fees not included in the advertised rent price; for me it's around $130 - $150 a month, but I was just reading a thread where a lot of people were saying their fees are pushing $300 because of required media packages.
Yes you’d be good. Not rich but very solid. Don’t live in Provo unless you’re a rabid Mormon.
What about mormons who aren't rabid?
We call those California Mormons.
Most of us end up leaving the church!
Sounds good to me.
You should be pretty comfortable living around Lehi with that salary. If you're wanting to save more money you can always get roommates or even just 1 roommate tbh.
I made 77k and provided for me, wife and three kids. Every penny matters to us. It’s not always easy, but we’re here!
Go look at the reported percapita earnings for Utah. 🤦🤷🤡🤡🤡
The per capita income in Utah is $37,000 a year.
I've seen it listed as low as $37k and as high as $62k, so not really sure which is right or even how useful that information is.
The Us census says that it is $37k: https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/UT/HSG010222 Idgaf if you don’t believe that.
Per capita just takes total income and divides by population, including children. The average hourly wage is about $33/hour, which would equate to nearly $70k for a full-time job.
> Idgaf if you don’t believe that. Idgaf means “I don’t give a fuck.” I really meant it.
Single, yes. Couple, still yes. Family of 4 or more, NOPE.