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29%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
88%
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 Riverton Utah National
Cost of living129104100
Goods & Services106102100
Groceries10099100
Health care9691100
Housing188114100
Transportation110105100
Utilities9495100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Riverton, UT

Knowing the cost of living in Riverton allows individuals to create a realistic budget. This helps them understand how their income will cover expenses and whether they need to make financial adjustments. The cost of living in any region can fluctuate due to various factors. To assess the cost of living consistently across different areas, a national average of 100 serves as the basis for the cost of living index. The cost of living in Riverton stands at 129, marking it 29% higher than the national average.

The cost of living in Riverton 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, Riverton falls into this category, which may not be suitable for those seeking an economically favorable living environment.

When it comes to the cost of living in Riverton, 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 88.2% more expensive compared to your average city. That means you'll be shelling out more for homes, rents, mortgage rates and insurance.

Is Riverton Affordable?

Wondering if Riverton is affordable? It's a question that often comes up when you're thinking about a new city since affordability can really shape your decisions. The cost of living index (covered earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a part in the affordability equation. In Riverton, for example, the median home price is 103.5% higher than what folks pay nationally, and monthly rent is 52.5% higher than the usual rates. Plus, income levels matter too, with Riverton boasting a median household income of $101,810, which is 84% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Riverton?

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.

Taxes: Areas with higher taxes, including sales taxes and income taxes, can contribute to a higher cost of living. Paying more tax for everyday goods and services like clothing and food will result in higher costs, as will paying a higher rate of income tax. The general sales tax rate in Riverton starts at 6.1% and the income tax rates start at 4.85%.

Transportation: When public transportation options are limited or non-existent, residents frequently resort to vehicle ownership, which can significantly contribute to the overall cost of living. Monthly financial obligations encompass fuel, insurance, regular maintenance and potentially lease or financing expenses. In Riverton, the transportation index is 10% higher than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Riverton 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. The index takes into account data from 300 independent researches, covering more than 60 goods and services across 6 different categories, to create an overall index for each area, with 100 being the average. The C2ER index does not include sales or income tax rates in their data, however AreaVibes does include both income and sales tax rates in the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Riverton is 23% higher than the Utah average
  • The cost of living in Riverton is 29% higher than the national average
  • Riverton housing is 88% 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$107,932$8,994$2,518$3,238
      Renters$60,649$5,054$1,415$1,820
      A good way to judge both the affordability of the housing and the cost of living in Riverton is by simply calculating the maximum that should be spent on housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The plan is to avoid spending more than 28 percent of the gross income on costs that pertain to housing and no more than 36 percent on all expenses and debts. Riverton has a median income of about $107,932 for people who own homes. Based on that number, a maximum of $2,518 should be spent on expenses related to housing. Renters have a slightly different median income, which is $60,649. Based on this average, renters should spend no more than $1,415 on all rental costs if they want to maintain a non-impoverished standard of living.

      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 Riverton National avg. Difference
      Haircut $20.87$24.2614.0%
      Beauty Salon $50.33$45.5610.5%
      Toothpaste $3.57$3.703.6%
      Shampoo $1.18$1.288.1%
      Movie $9.94$12.1318.1%
      Bowling $19.80$18.0010.0%

      Groceries

      Item Riverton National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.76$5.841.3%
      Fried Chicken $1.51$1.574.2%
      Milk $4.65$4.670.4%
      Potatoes $4.60$4.936.7%
      Pizza $11.69$12.093.3%
      Beer $10.59$10.411.7%

      Health Care

      Item Riverton National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $125.19$125.680.4%
      Doctor $117.14$135.7813.7%
      Dentist $85.13$113.2924.9%
      Ibuprofen $10.89$10.652.3%
      Lipitor $528.57$468.6012.8%

      Housing

      Item Riverton National avg. Difference
      Home Price $375,900.00$184,700.00103.5%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $3,117.82$2,346.6932.9%
      Apartment Rent $1,447.00$949.0052.5%

      Transportation

      Item Riverton National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.75$3.468.3%
      Tire Balancing $57.07$59.924.8%

      Utilities

      Item Riverton National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $198.43$193.992.3%
      Phone $192.11$192.250.1%
      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.