Santaquin, UT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
15,391 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,175 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$434,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,116 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.1% 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 County
1
Provo-Orem-Lehi Metro Area
1
Utah
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Utah County
3
Provo-Orem-Lehi Metro Area
3
Utah
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 6% of residents leaning left and 83% leaning right.

Liberal (6%) (85%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 26
Feb 1 11 31
Mar 2 7 39
Apr 2 3 47
May 2 0 56
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 1 0 73
Aug 1 0 72
Sep 1 0 62
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 6 37
Dec 1 12 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Santaquin School
<1 miles, NE · 1.9star
Orchard Hills School
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
CS Lewis Academy
2 miles, E · 1.4star

Colleges

Hospitals

Mountain View Hospital
7 miles, NE · 3.2star
Central Valley Medical Center-Cah
17 miles, SW · 4.1star
Utah Valley Hospital
20 miles, NE · 5star

Airports

Provo Municipal Airport
18 miles, NE · 1star
Ogden-Hinckley Airport
86 miles, N · 1star
Vernal Regional Airport
125 miles, E · 1star