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32%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
106%
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 Cedar Hills Utah National
Cost of living132104100
Goods & Services102102100
Groceries9899100
Health care9691100
Housing206114100
Transportation107105100
Utilities9195100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Cedar Hills, UT

The cost of living in Cedar Hills 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 Cedar Hills is 132, which is 32% higher than the national average. Knowledge of the cost of living can help individuals make informed decisions about retirement savings, investments, and financial goals.

If you prioritize affordability when seeking a new place to live, Cedar Hills may not be your ideal choice, as it ranks among the most expensive locations in the entire United States. A very small amount of areas exhibit a cost of living at least 20% higher than the national average, and unfortunately, Cedar Hills falls into this category, which may not align with your preferences for a budget-friendly living environment.

When it comes to the cost of living in Cedar Hills, housing costs are a real heavyweight, often hogging a significant chunk of your earnings. Sadly, in this area, housing expenses for both buying and renting were 106.2% more expensive compared to your average city. That means you'll be shelling out more for homes, rents, mortgage rates and insurance.

Is Cedar Hills Affordable?

Is Cedar Hills 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 Cedar Hills, the median home price is 114.4% higher than what most folks pay across the country, and monthly rent prices are 87.1% higher than the usual rates. Income levels in Cedar Hills come in at $107,440, which is 94.2% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Cedar Hills?

Utilities: Similar to the prices of any other goods or services, utility expenditures can exhibit substantial variability, influenced by factors such as climate, energy sources accessibility, geographical location and state regulations. Costs related to electricity, water, heating, and waste disposal can fluctuate, whether higher or lower, contingent on the city or state. In Cedar Hills, the utilities index is 8.8% lower than the national average.

Housing: High demand for housing in desirable locations can drive up property prices and rental rates. This can be a primary contributor to a higher cost of living. While low demand for housing, especially in undesirable locations, can have the reverse effect and drive prices down, resulting in a lower cost of living. The housing index in Cedar Hills, is 106.2% higher than the national average.

Healthcare: Healthcare expenditures and insurance premium rates can vary significantly, contingent upon the particular city or state. Factors such as the accessibility of healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor's appointments, dental care charges, prescription medication costs, and expenses related to specialized medical care can all have an impact on the overall cost of living. In Cedar Hills, healthcare costs are 3.9% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The cost of living in Cedar Hills, presented above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index, offering a practical method for assessing living cost disparities in urban areas. Published quarterly, this index compiles data from more than 300 independent researchers, encompassing over 60 goods and services in 6 categories. The weightings assigned to cost variances are informed by government survey data tracking the expenditure patterns of professional and executive households. It should be noted that the C2ER index does not include data on sales or income tax rates, however, AreaVibes incorporates tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Cedar Hills is 26% higher than the Utah average
  • The cost of living in Cedar Hills is 32% higher than the national average
  • Cedar Hills housing is 106% 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$112,039$9,337$2,614$3,362
      Renters$60,227$5,019$1,405$1,807
      A good indicator of the general affordability of housing in Cedar Hills, UT, is the percentage of monthly income that should be spent on housing expenses, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). Generally speaking, no more than 28 percent of your total gross income should be spent on your housing expenses and not more than 36 percent of your gross income on total expenses, including debts. In Cedar Hills, the median monthly income is $112,039 for those who own their own homes. Under the standard rule, that income level would allow for $2,614 to be budgeted for housing expenses each month, at the most. Renters, on the other hand, earn about $60,227, per the median income in the area. That would allow for renters to spend up to $1,405 on monthly rental expenses.

      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 Cedar Hills 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 Cedar Hills 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 Cedar Hills 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 Cedar Hills National avg. Difference
      Home Price $396,000.00$184,700.00114.4%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,790.73$2,346.6918.9%
      Apartment Rent $1,776.00$949.0087.1%

      Transportation

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

      Utilities

      Item Cedar Hills 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.