Alta, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
337 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$134,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$2,000,001 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$622 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
9.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Salt Lake County
4
Salt Lake City-Murray Metro Area
4
Utah
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Salt Lake County
7
Salt Lake City-Murray Metro Area
7
Utah
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 29 25
Feb 2 27 28
Mar 2 22 36
Apr 2 15 43
May 2 5 52
Jun 1 1 61
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 2 1 58
Oct 2 7 46
Nov 2 23 34
Dec 3 35 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (38%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 16%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, UT State Senate District 19, UT State House District 41, UT
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Schools

Winter Sports School
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Park City High
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
Parleys Park School
9 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Park City Hospital
11 miles, E • 4.1 star
Alta View Hospital
12 miles, W • 5 star
Heber Valley Hospital
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
St Mark's Hospital
14 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Salt Lake City International Airport
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Provo Municipal Airport
26 miles, SW • 1 star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
47 miles, N • 1 star
Vernal Regional Airport
111 miles, SE • 1 star
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