Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
9% cheaper
Salt Lake City is 9% more affordable than Burlington. A $75,000 salary in Burlington is equivalent to $68,008 in Salt Lake City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Burlington has a housing index of 139 while Salt Lake City sits at 120 (national average = 100). The median home in Burlington costs $380,000 compared to $440,000 in Salt Lake City, a difference of $60,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Burlington versus $1,500 in Salt Lake City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Burlington scores 108 while Salt Lake City scores 99.
Healthcare costs in Burlington (116) are higher than Salt Lake City (97).
Median household income in Burlington is $51,098 compared to $60,590 in Salt Lake City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Salt Lake City.
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