Moving from Salt Lake City, UT to Evansville, IN
It is 1497 mi between Salt Lake City and Evansville β roughly 26h 17m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 7 state(s). A long-haul move crosses climate zones and usually state-income-tax lines. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data into a side-by-side comparison so the differences are easy to scan.
1497 mi Β· 26h 17m by car Β· UT β WY β NE β IA β MO β IL β IN
Distance & route
| Route through | UT β WY β NE β IA β MO β IL β IN |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 80, I 70, I 64 |
| Major cities en route | West Valley City, West Jordan, Lincoln, Kansas City, Kansas City |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Salt Lake City | Evansville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 100.868 | 91.528 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 79 | 86.717 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.446 | 94.318 | 100.0 |
| Services | 123.311 | 66.735 | 100.0 |
Expect about 9.3% lower overall cost of living β BEA RPP 2024 has Evansville at 91.528 vs Salt Lake City at 100.868.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 9.3% lower home prices β ZHVI goes from $573,181 to $198,977 moving to Evansville.
YoY change: Salt Lake City +1.6%, Evansville +3.7%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Salt Lake City | Evansville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 56Β°F | 59Β°F |
| January avg low | 28Β°F | 27Β°F |
| July avg high | 91Β°F | 89Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | 49.0" | β |
| Annual precipitation | 17.7" | 47.8" |
Annual average temperatures in Salt Lake City (55.8Β°F) and Evansville (59.1Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: SALT LAKE TRIAD CTR, UT US, EVANSVILLE MUSEUM, IN US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Salt Lake City | Evansville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 203,888 | 116,441 |
| Median household income | $74,925 | $52,251 |
| Median age | 33 | 38.1 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28.9% | 15.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.29 | 2.23 |
Evansville households earn about 9.3% less than Salt Lake City at the median β $74,925 β $52,251 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Evansville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 17,860 | $38,480 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 16,890 | $36,600 |
| Production Occupations | 14,790 | $42,760 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 13,900 | $27,390 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 13,580 | $31,810 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Utah and Indiana
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Indiana's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Winter driving along this route
- I-80 through Parleys Canyon and I-70 through the San Rafael Swell see winter closures; I-15 north of Salt Lake can slow in storms.
- I-80 across southern Wyoming frequently closes in winter storms November through April β check WYDOT 511 before departure.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to move from Salt Lake City to Evansville?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1497 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Evansville compare to Salt Lake City?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $41,930 in the Evansville MSA vs $49,440 in the Salt Lake City MSA, on total employment of 152,180 and 803,800 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is Evansville more expensive than Salt Lake City?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Evansville is 9.3% lower than Salt Lake City (91.528 vs 100.868, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in Evansville compared to Salt Lake City?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $198,977 in Evansville vs $573,181 in Salt Lake City β a 65.3% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Evansville, IN from Salt Lake City, UT?
The driving distance is 1497 mi and the route typically takes 26h 17m via I 80 and I 70. The trip crosses 7 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Salt Lake City vs Evansville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $52,251 in Evansville vs $74,925 in Salt Lake City β a 30.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Salt Lake City, UT Β· Evansville, IN.