Median Home
$500,000
Rent (1BR)
$1,300/mo
Cost of Living
108 / 100
Unemployment
2.5%
Sunny Days
222/yr
Walkability
Somewhat Walkable
What It's Really Like in Salt Lake City
Utah's capital with world-class skiing 30 minutes from downtown, a booming Silicon Slopes tech sector, and stunning mountain scenery. One of the fastest-growing economies in the US.
Neighborhood Guide
Where to live in Salt Lake City based on your lifestyle and budget.
Sugar House
trendySLC's hip neighborhood with local shops, restaurants, and a vibrant community feel.
Avg Rent
$1,400
Home Price
$450,000
Walkability
Medium
The Avenues
artsyHistoric neighborhood with Victorian homes near downtown and Memory Grove Park.
Avg Rent
$1,300
Home Price
$500,000
Walkability
Medium
9th and 9th
trendyCharming intersection with local restaurants, boutiques, and a walkable neighborhood character.
Avg Rent
$1,400
Home Price
$480,000
Walkability
High
Cottonwood Heights
family-friendlyMountain-adjacent suburb with ski resort access, excellent schools, and outdoor lifestyle.
Avg Rent
$1,400
Home Price
$550,000
Walkability
Low
Cost of Living Breakdown
Compared to the national average (100). Below 100 = cheaper, above 100 = more expensive.
Groceries
99
1% below avg
Housing
132
32% above avg
Transportation
98
2% below avg
Healthcare
96
4% below avg
Utilities
82
18% below avg
Best Neighborhoods By Situation
Best for Families
- Cottonwood Heights — $1,400/mo rent
Best for Young Professionals
- Sugar House — $1,400/mo rent
- 9th and 9th — $1,400/mo rent
Most Affordable
- The Avenues — $1,300/mo rent
- Sugar House — $1,400/mo rent
Most Walkable
- 9th and 9th — walkability: high
Getting Around Salt Lake City
Walkability: Somewhat Walkable
Salt Lake City has moderate walkability. Some neighborhoods are walkable for daily errands, but most residents will need a car for commuting and larger shopping trips.
Airport: SLC
Salt Lake City is served by SLC airport, connecting you to major domestic and international destinations. This is important if you travel frequently for work or want to visit family back home.
Jobs & Economy
Median Income
$60,433
Unemployment Rate
2.5%
State Income Tax
4.65%
Cost of Living Index
108
Top Industries
TechnologyHealthcareOutdoor RecreationFinanceMining
Major Employers
Intermountain HealthcareUniversity of UtahGoldman SachsDelta Air LinesZions Bancorporation
Popular Routes to Salt Lake City
People are moving to Salt Lake City from these cities.
Los Angeles, CASalt Lake City
690 miles10hr driveI-15 North
Denver, COSalt Lake City
525 miles8hr driveI-70 West
Seattle, WASalt Lake City
840 miles12hr driveI-90 East
Phoenix, AZSalt Lake City
660 miles10hr driveI-17 North
Salt Lake City, UTSalt Lake City
340 miles5hr driveI-84 West
Salt Lake City, UTSalt Lake City
420 miles6hr driveI-15 South
Salt Lake City, UTSalt Lake City
660 miles10hr driveI-15 South
Las Vegas, NVSalt Lake City
420 miles6hr driveI-15 North
Salt Lake City, UTSalt Lake City
2,558 miles46.5hr driveI-90 East
Moving from Salt Lake City to Other States
Route guides from Salt Lake City, UT to every US state.
Salt Lake City → CaliforniaSalt Lake City → TexasSalt Lake City → FloridaSalt Lake City → New YorkSalt Lake City → PennsylvaniaSalt Lake City → IllinoisSalt Lake City → OhioSalt Lake City → GeorgiaSalt Lake City → North CarolinaSalt Lake City → MichiganSalt Lake City → New JerseySalt Lake City → VirginiaSalt Lake City → WashingtonSalt Lake City → ArizonaSalt Lake City → MassachusettsSalt Lake City → TennesseeSalt Lake City → IndianaSalt Lake City → MarylandSalt Lake City → MissouriSalt Lake City → WisconsinSalt Lake City → ColoradoSalt Lake City → MinnesotaSalt Lake City → South CarolinaSalt Lake City → AlabamaSalt Lake City → LouisianaSalt Lake City → KentuckySalt Lake City → OregonSalt Lake City → OklahomaSalt Lake City → ConnecticutSalt Lake City → IowaSalt Lake City → NevadaSalt Lake City → ArkansasSalt Lake City → MississippiSalt Lake City → KansasSalt Lake City → New MexicoSalt Lake City → NebraskaSalt Lake City → IdahoSalt Lake City → West VirginiaSalt Lake City → HawaiiSalt Lake City → New HampshireSalt Lake City → MaineSalt Lake City → Rhode IslandSalt Lake City → MontanaSalt Lake City → DelawareSalt Lake City → South DakotaSalt Lake City → North DakotaSalt Lake City → AlaskaSalt Lake City → District of ColumbiaSalt Lake City → VermontSalt Lake City → Wyoming
Moving from Salt Lake City to Metro Areas
Route guides from Salt Lake City to major metropolitan areas.
Salt Lake City → New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJSalt Lake City → Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CASalt Lake City → Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-INSalt Lake City → San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CASalt Lake City → Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TXSalt Lake City → Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVSalt Lake City → Trenton-Princeton, NJSalt Lake City → Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CTSalt Lake City → Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MDSalt Lake City → Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FLSalt Lake City → Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZSalt Lake City → Vallejo, CASalt Lake City → Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TXSalt Lake City → Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WASalt Lake City → Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MDSalt Lake City → Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WASalt Lake City → Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NHSalt Lake City → Denver-Aurora-Centennial, COSalt Lake City → Kenosha, WISalt Lake City → Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
Moving from Salt Lake City to Major Cities
Route guides from Salt Lake City to the largest US cities.
Salt Lake City → New York, NYSalt Lake City → Los Angeles, CASalt Lake City → Chicago, ILSalt Lake City → Houston, TXSalt Lake City → Phoenix, AZSalt Lake City → Philadelphia, PASalt Lake City → San Antonio, TXSalt Lake City → San Diego, CASalt Lake City → Dallas, TXSalt Lake City → Austin, TXSalt Lake City → San Jose, CASalt Lake City → Jacksonville, FLSalt Lake City → Fort Worth, TXSalt Lake City → Columbus, OHSalt Lake City → Charlotte, NCSalt Lake City → Indianapolis, INSalt Lake City → San Francisco, CASalt Lake City → Seattle, WASalt Lake City → Denver, COSalt Lake City → Nashville, TNSalt Lake City → Oklahoma City, OKSalt Lake City → Washington, DCSalt Lake City → El Paso, TXSalt Lake City → Boston, MASalt Lake City → Portland, ORSalt Lake City → Las Vegas, NVSalt Lake City → Memphis, TNSalt Lake City → Louisville, KYSalt Lake City → Baltimore, MDSalt Lake City → Milwaukee, WI
Your Salt Lake City Newcomer Checklist
A 30-60-90 day plan to get settled in your new city.
30
First 30 Days
- Update your driver's license & vehicle registration
- Register to vote at your new address
- Set up utilities (electric, water, internet)
- Find a primary care doctor & dentist
- Open a local bank account if needed
- Explore your neighborhood on foot
60
Days 30–60
- Join a local gym, club, or meetup group
- Try restaurants in different neighborhoods
- Find your go-to grocery store & pharmacy
- Learn the best commute routes & shortcuts
- Attend a local event or festival
- Meet your neighbors — introduce yourself
90
Days 60–90
- Establish a weekend routine (parks, brunch spots)
- Build a professional network in your industry
- Find a favorite coffee shop to work from
- Explore day-trip destinations nearby
- Start feeling like a local — give directions!
- Invite friends & family to visit your new home