Lapoint, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
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
49 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,883 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$156,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,161 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Uintah County
2
Vernal 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

Uintah County
4
Vernal Urban Area
4
Utah
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 19
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 1 3 38
Apr 1 1 46
May 1 1 56
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 1 0 72
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 0 60
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 1 3 34
Dec 1 9 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 16% of residents leaning left and 80% leaning right.

Liberal (16%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, UT State Senate District 20, UT State House District 68, UT
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Schools

Lapoint School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Eagle View School
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Uintah River High
9 miles, SW • 3.2 star
East School
12 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Uintah Basin Technical College
12 miles, W • 1.4 star
Western Wyoming Community College
87 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Uintah Basin Medical Center
13 miles, W • 3.2 star
Ashley Regional Medical Center
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
Castleview Hospital
78 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Vernal Regional Airport
15 miles, E • 1 star
Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport
91 miles, NE • 1 star
Provo Municipal Airport
102 miles, W • 1 star
Grand Junction Regional Airport
111 miles, S • 1.4 star
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