Blanding, UT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
3,303
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$63,333
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$225,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$660
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
San Juan County
1
Utah
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
San Juan County
1
Utah
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 11 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 8 | 32 |
| Mar | 1 | 6 | 39 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| Nov | 1 | 5 | 38 |
| Dec | 1 | 7 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (29%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, UT State Senate District 26, UT State House District 69, UTSchools
Blanding School
2 miles, SE
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1.4
San Juan High
2 miles, E
•
2.3
Albert R Lyman Middle
2 miles, E
•
1.4
Monticello High
19 miles, NE
•
4.1
Colleges
Dine College
93 miles, S
•
1
Fort Lewis College
93 miles, SE
•
1.9
San Juan College
94 miles, SE
•
1.4
Technical College of the Rockies
110 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Blue Mountain Hospital
2 miles, SE
San Juan Hospital
20 miles, NE
Southwest Memorial Hospital
55 miles, SE
•
4.1
Moab Regional Hospital
66 miles, N
Airports
Canyonlands Field
79 miles, N
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1
Durango-La Plata County Airport
102 miles, SE
•
1
Montrose Regional Airport
107 miles, E
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1
Grand Junction Regional Airport
117 miles, NE
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1.4