Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
10% cheaper
Provo is 10% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $67,826 in Provo.
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. Eugene has a housing index of 130 while Provo sits at 112 (national average = 100). The median home in Eugene costs $380,000 compared to $380,000 in Provo, a difference of $0. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Eugene versus $1,300 in Provo.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Eugene scores 103 while Provo scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Eugene (106) are higher than Provo (97). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Eugene is $49,448 compared to $51,048 in Provo. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Provo.
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