Cost of Living in St. George, UT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.2
100 = national avg
+29.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,851
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,376
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing176.3
Food105.7
Transportation84.0
Healthcare104.6
Utilities118.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,575
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. George is 129.2, which is 29.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 176.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,851 per year to cover basic expenses.