Cost of living in West Jordan

In West Jordan, United States, a family of four typically needs around $4664 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2058 monthly.

How expensive is West Jordan compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in West Jordan are 44% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does West Jordan compare to your city?

West Jordan is 14% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in West Jordan is, on average, 6% lower than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in West Jordan?

Who is West Jordan a good fit for?

West Jordan is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is West Jordan so expensive?

The high costs are primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly impact the overall living expenses in the area.

Is food expensive in West Jordan?

Yes, food costs are 19% higher than the European benchmark, adding to the overall expense of living.

Is public transport affordable in West Jordan?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 19% lower than the European benchmark, which helps mitigate some living costs.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2058 $
Without Rent
776 $
Rent & Utilities
1282 $
Food
567 $
Transport
60 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4156 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
117.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.2 $
Dinner 67.1 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.03 $
Capuccino 4.94 $
Coke, 330ml 2.21 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.15 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.93 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.64 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.6 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.54 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 15.4 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.76 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.23 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.72 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.34 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.72 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.69 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.49 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.44 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 17.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.9 $
Cigarette pack 9.09 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.49 $
Monthly Pass 78.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1 $
Taxi, 8 km 15.1 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 98.9 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.55 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.84 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.96 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.8 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 91 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 139 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 70 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,068 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,906 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,335 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,157 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 3,353 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,909 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,156 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.55%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 37.9 $
Cinema, 1 seat 11.5 $
Haircut 21.4 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 96.4 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 60.6 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,101 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 10,605 $

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