Benson, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,864 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,019 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$281,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$410 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$759 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cache County
1
Logan Metro Area
1
Utah
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cache County
2
Logan Metro Area
2
Utah
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 22
Feb 1 10 26
Mar 2 6 37
Apr 2 3 46
May 2 0 54
Jun 1 0 63
Jul 1 0 72
Aug 1 0 70
Sep 1 0 60
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 5 35
Dec 2 14 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 37%

Schools

Fast Forward High
4 miles, E 1 star
Mountainside School
4 miles, SW 4.1 star
Woodruff School
4 miles, SE 2.3 star
Bridger School
4 miles, E 1.9 star

Colleges

Bridgerland Technical College
4 miles, E 1.4 star
Stevens-Henager College
5 miles, SE 1.4 star
Utah State University
6 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Logan Regional Hospital
5 miles, E 5 star
Bear River Valley Hospital
13 miles, W 4.1 star
Brigham City Community Hospital
19 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Ogden-Hinckley Airport
39 miles, SW 1 star
Salt Lake City International Airport
67 miles, SW 4.1 star
Pocatello Regional Airport
87 miles, N 1 star
Provo Municipal Airport
106 miles, S 1 star