Salt Lake City-Murray Metro Area, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,261,337 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,045 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$478,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,364 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2% 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 2 25 27
Feb 2 24 30
Mar 2 21 38
Apr 2 15 45
May 2 5 54
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 2 7 49
Nov 2 21 36
Dec 2 31 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (39%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 24%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, UT State Senate District 11, UT State House District 29, UT
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Schools

Grantsville School
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
Grantsville Jr High
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
Grantsville High
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
Dugway
26 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Broadview University-West Jordan
53 miles, E • 1.4 star
Salt Lake Community College
53 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mountain West Medical Center
34 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Riverton Hospital
51 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Jordan Valley Medical Center
51 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Ogden-Hinckley Airport
65 miles, E • 1 star
Provo Municipal Airport
69 miles, SE • 1 star
Elko Regional Airport
150 miles, NW • 1 star
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