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Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT

Cost of living in Provo, Utah

Utah County, UT

Part of the Provo Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,996/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 683,622 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,171 39%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $417 14%
Groceries $340 11%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $140 5%
State tax $138 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Provo

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,164
per month
1 bedroom
$1,171
per month
2 bedroom
$1,355
per month
3 bedroom
$1,899
per month
4 bedroom
$2,275
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Provo

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$96,877
per year
Individual earnings
$35,533
per year
Per capita
$35,091
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Provo

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$489,200
Annual property tax
$2,234

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Provo

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$90
per month · 12¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$1,680
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Provo

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.7%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Provo

State and local tax rates for Utah.

State income tax
4.7%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.1%
Combined sales tax
7.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Provo

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.0 min
Drive alone
66.5%
Public transit
1.9%
Work from home
17.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Provo

What it costs to live in Provo each month.

Single person
$2,996
per month
  • Rent $1,171
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $417
  • State tax $138
Couple
$5,001
per month
  • Rent $1,355
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,256
  • State tax $375
Family
$7,680
per month
  • Rent $1,899
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,256
  • State tax $375

Frequently asked questions about Provo

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Provo?

In Provo, Utah, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,171 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,355 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,899 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Provo?

In Provo, Utah, the average household income is $96,877 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,533 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Provo?

The estimated cost of living in Provo, Utah is approximately $2,996 per month for a single person, $5,001 for a couple, $7,680 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Provo?

The combined sales tax rate in Provo, Utah is 7.19%, which includes the Utah state rate of 6.10% plus an average local rate of 1.09%.

Is Provo an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Provo, Utah would need approximately $2,996 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $96,877 per year ($8,073 per month). Provo is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Provo?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Provo, Utah is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Provo?

The average home value in Provo, Utah is $489,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,234, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Provo compare to other areas?

You can compare Provo, Utah with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Provo is in the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources