Helper, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,680 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,908 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$207,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$414 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$602 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
2
Price Urban Area
2
Utah
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Carbon County
6
Price Urban Area
6
Utah
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 23
Feb 2 16 26
Mar 2 11 34
Apr 1 6 42
May 1 2 51
Jun 1 0 60
Jul 1 0 68
Aug 1 0 65
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 3 45
Nov 1 11 32
Dec 2 16 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, UT State Senate District 26, UT State House District 67, UT
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Schools

Helper Middle
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Sally Mauro School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Lighthouse High
6 miles, S • 2.8 star
Mont Harmon Middle
6 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Snow College
45 miles, W • 1.4 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Provo
56 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Castleview Hospital
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
Mountain View Hospital
52 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Central Valley Medical Center-Cah
52 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Provo Municipal Airport
59 miles, NW • 1 star
Canyonlands Field
88 miles, S • 1 star
Vernal Regional Airport
88 miles, E • 1 star
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