Provo

There are many shopping options in the Downtown Provo neighborhood.
There are many shopping options in the Downtown Provo neighborhood.
Exchange Park, located in the Rivergrove neighborhood, provides great bike trails.
The Downtown Provo neighborhood offers easy access to fly fishing on the Provo River.

Provo, UT Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,196

Population

122,608

Renter Mix

60% Rent

Admire towering mountains, scenic views, and a welcoming community in Provo

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Nestled between Utah Lake and the Wasatch Mountains, Provo combines scenic beauty with a thriving community atmosphere. Home to Brigham Young University, this city of over 115,000 residents offers diverse neighborhoods and recreational opportunities. The rental market remains stable, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,198 monthly, showing a slight decrease of 0.2% over the past year.

Downtown Provo features local shops and restaurants alongside landmarks like the restored Provo City Library at Academy Square. The Utah Valley Convention Center and Covey Center for the Arts host performances and events throughout the year. Community celebrations include the Freedom Festival and Festival Latinoamericano, bringing residents together for music, food, and cultural activities.

The city's location provides easy access to outdoor recreation, from hiking trails in Rock Canyon to water sports on Utah Lake. In winter, nearby ski resorts offer world-class slopes. The growing technology sector has brought new employment opportunities, while BYU's presence contributes to the city's educational resources. With its mountain views, cultural attractions, and convenient amenities, Provo offers residents a blend of outdoor adventure and city living.

Explore the City

There are many shopping options in the Downtown Provo neighborhood.

The Downtown Provo neighborhood offers easy access to fly fishing on the Provo River.

Exchange Park, located in the Rivergrove neighborhood, provides great bike trails.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$58,644

Average: $81,638

Education

37,077

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

65,876

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

27 Years

Largest Age Group

20-29 Years

Approximately 33% of Residents

Under 20

27%

Over 65

8%

Housing Distribution

Provo has more renters than homeowners.

Renters
60%
Non-Renters
40%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
25%
Other Education
75%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Provo, UT is $1,197 for a studio, $1,204 for one bedroom, $1,483 for two bedrooms, and $2,145 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Provo has decreased by -0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,204/month
649 Sq Ft
House
$1,751/month
1,201 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,057/month
958 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,376/month
1,160 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Provo, UT

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Provo, UT is 2.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Provo is 3.5% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,197 - $2,145. You can expect to pay 4.0% less for groceries, 20.0% less for utilities, and 4.4% more for transportation.

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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

20 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

70 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

Schools

Edgemont School

Public

Grades K-5

634 Students

Rock Canyon School

Public

Grades K-5

536 Students

Canyon Crest School

Public

Grades K-5

474 Students

Walden School Of Liberal Arts

Public

Grades K-12

426 Students

Westridge School

Public

Grades K-5

623 Students

Walden School Of Liberal Arts

Public

Grades K-12

426 Students

Eschool@Provo School District

Public

Grades K-12

2,657 Students

Centennial Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,094 Students

Provo High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,988 Students

Freedom Preparatory Academy

Public

Grades PK-12

1,321 Students

Timpview High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,341 Students

Walden School Of Liberal Arts

Public

Grades K-12

426 Students

Eschool@Provo School District

Public

Grades K-12

2,657 Students

Provo High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,988 Students

Freedom Preparatory Academy

Public

Grades PK-12

1,321 Students

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.