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69%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
229%
Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Alpine Utah National
Cost of living169104100
Goods & Services102102100
Groceries9899100
Health care9691100
Housing329114100
Transportation107105100
Utilities9195100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Alpine, UT

The cost of living in Alpine affects the quality of life one can afford in this new location. It allows people to assess whether they can maintain their preferred lifestyle, including housing, leisure activities and dining options. Your total monthly expenditures can varry depending on the area, as well as many other factors. The cost of living in Alpine is 169, which is 69% higher than the national average. Knowledge of the cost of living can help individuals make informed decisions about retirement savings, investments, and financial goals.

The cost of living in Alpine is among the highest in the country, making it a very expensive place to live. Only a small fraction of regions boast a cost of living that is at least 20% higher than the national average, and regrettably, Alpine falls into this category, which may not be suitable for those seeking an economically favorable living environment.

Housing costs significantly influence the Alpine cost of living index, typically accounting for a substantial portion of one's post-tax income. Regrettably, within this particular region, expenses related to both residential ownership and renting exceeded those observed in an average city by 228.7%. This entails elements such as housing and rental prices, mortgage interest rates and insurance costs.

Is Alpine Affordable?

Is Alpine an affordable place to live? That's a valid question to ask when you're thinking about moving to a new city. After all, how much it costs to live somewhere can be a huge factor in your decision. Affordability can be broken down into 3 common categories. The cost of living index (we talked about it earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a big role in figuring out if a place is affordable. For instance, in Alpine, the median home price is 238.8% higher than what most folks pay across the country, and monthly rent prices are 205.2% higher than the usual rates. Income levels in Alpine come in at $123,450, which is 123.1% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Alpine?

Healthcare: Healthcare costs and insurance premiums can undergo substantial fluctuations based on the city or state of residence. Elements such as the availability of healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket costs for medical consultations, dental expenses, prescription medication charges and specialized medical care fees all contribute to variations in the cost of living. In Alpine, healthcare costs are 3.9% lower than the national average.

Subsidies: Certain regions may provide government subsidies or assistance initiatives designed to alleviate the cost of living burden on their residents. These programs encompass a wide range of support mechanisms, such as Medicare, Medicaid, housing subsidies, low-income home energy assistance programs, school lunch programs, supplemental nutrition assistance programs, student loans, electric vehicle tax credits, affordable care act subsidies and farming subsidies. Areas with fewer subsidy offerings might experience an elevation in their cost of living.

Housing: When there's a high demand for housing in trendy places, it can cause property prices and rental rates to soar, leading to a significantly higher cost of living. Conversely, in less desirable locations, where demand is low, prices tend to decrease, resulting in a more budget-friendly cost of living. In Alpine, the housing index is 228.7% higher than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Alpine cost of living data displayed above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index to provide a useful and reasonably accurate measure of living cost differences in urban areas. Published on a quarterly basis, it compiles data from more than 300 independent researchers, encompassing over 60 goods and services. These items have been meticulously selected to represent various consumer expenditure categories, in 6 categories. Weightings assigned to cost differentials draw from government survey data tracking spending patterns among professional and executive households. While the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, AreaVibes incorporates tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Alpine is 62% higher than the Utah average
  • The cost of living in Alpine is 69% higher than the national average
  • Alpine housing is 229% higher than the national average
  • Utah general sales tax is 20% higher than the national average
  • Utah state income tax is 87% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$144,050$12,004$3,361$4,322
      Renters$39,500$3,292$922$1,185
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Alpine, UT, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Alpine homeowners, is $144,050. This would allow for a maximum of $3,361 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $39,500 which would result in a maximum of $922 to be spent on rental costs.

      Utah Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Utah 6.1% 8.35%

      Utah Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Utah 4.85% 4.85%

      Goods & Services

      Item Alpine National avg. Difference
      Haircut $20.85$24.2614.1%
      Beauty Salon $48.42$45.566.3%
      Toothpaste $3.58$3.703.4%
      Shampoo $1.18$1.287.6%
      Movie $12.31$12.131.5%
      Bowling $20.93$18.0016.3%

      Groceries

      Item Alpine National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.79$5.840.9%
      Fried Chicken $1.39$1.5711.9%
      Milk $4.62$4.671.2%
      Potatoes $4.61$4.936.6%
      Pizza $12.02$12.090.5%
      Beer $10.69$10.412.6%

      Health Care

      Item Alpine National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $119.08$125.685.3%
      Doctor $128.07$135.785.7%
      Dentist $99.10$113.2912.5%
      Ibuprofen $10.51$10.651.3%
      Lipitor $546.75$468.6016.7%

      Housing

      Item Alpine National avg. Difference
      Home Price $625,800.00$184,700.00238.8%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,790.73$2,346.6918.9%
      Apartment Rent $2,896.00$949.00205.2%

      Transportation

      Item Alpine National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.58$3.463.4%
      Tire Balancing $69.63$59.9216.2%

      Utilities

      Item Alpine National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $165.50$193.9914.7%
      Phone $192.69$192.250.2%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.