Grand County, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
9,697 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,521 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$480,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$892 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Utah
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 30
Feb 1 1 37
Mar 1 2 46
Apr 1 0 54
May 1 0 64
Jun 0 0 74
Jul 1 0 80
Aug 1 0 77
Sep 1 0 68
Oct 1 0 55
Nov 1 1 42
Dec 1 3 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 14%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, UT State Senate District 26, UT State House District 69, UT
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Schools

Daystar Adventist Academy
24 miles, S • 1 star
Helen M Knight School
27 miles, S • 1.9 star
Moab Charter School
28 miles, S • 1.9 star

Colleges

Colorado Mesa University
55 miles, E • 1.9 star
Technical College of the Rockies
85 miles, SE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Community Hospital
52 miles, E • 5 star
St Marys Medical Center
55 miles, E • 3.2 star

Airports

Canyonlands Field
18 miles, SW • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
57 miles, E • 1.4 star
Montrose Regional Airport
96 miles, SE • 1 star
Vernal Regional Airport
101 miles, NE • 1 star