Name: Provo, UT
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Population

116,886

Median Age

23.7 Years

Provo Area Facts

Provo has a Livability Score of 85_/100, which is considered exceptional
Provo crime rates are 18% lower than the Utah average
Cost of living in Provo is 8% higher than the Utah average

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What do the locals think about Provo?

64%

Family friendly

71%

Public transit is accessible

71%

Walkable to grocery stores

43%

Yards are well-kept

50%

Lots of parks

64%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

50%

A quiet area

57%

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Provo, UT - Pleasantly Surprised 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 10, 2010) In 2005, I made my first trip to Utah. I took a flight from JFK Airport in New York to Salt Lake City International Airport. I came over to visit my friend who studied at Provo's Brigham Young University, one of the biggest private schools in the country. He picked me up at the a ...Read More irport and we drove to the city of Provo along Interstate 15, which took about 40 minutes. It was a scenic drive, particularly at the end as we passed through a valley between Utah Lake and the Wasatch Mountains.

When we finally arrived in Provo, I was inspired by the modern campus of Brigham Young University (BYU), which is overlooked by the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We actually watched a football game at the 65,000 seat capacity LaVell Edwards Stadium and cheered on the Cougars. There was a beautiful contrast between the peaceful mountain peaks and the tens of thousands of screaming fans.

During my trip to Provo, I quickly discovered the strong influence of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the city. BYU is actually owned and operated by this Christian denomination. I was equally amazed by the Provo Utah Temple, whose modern museum-like architecture blends in well with the surrounding mountains and clear blue sky.

Don't think that Provo is some backward community full of religious zealots. I discovered plenty of high technology and retail firms such as Action Target and Novell. Provo Town Centre is one of the premier shopping malls in the Salt Lake City Metro area, with anchor stores such as Sears and JCPenny. Provo's streets are full of modern commercial spaces and homes, and I would never have guessed that the city's history goes back to the mid 19th century. Read Less

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Provo, UT

Known as Utah's Happy Valley, Provo is an up-and-coming city that is great for families and young working adults. Located about 50 miles south of Salt Lake City, Provo is home to Brigham Young University, one of the largest private schools in America. The predominantly Mormon school has seen a transformation in the city as more and more non-members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints move to the area to take advantage of affordable home prices, good schools, and a high quality of life.

One of the most appealing aspects of Provo is its proximity to Utah's thriving IT economy. The Silicon Slopes are located a quick 15 minute drive north on I-15 making Provo a launching pad for those who want to explore a career in this fast growing field. In addition to BYU, Provo is near Utah Valley University that offers students a four-year degree program without the religious affiliation. For those who have just moved to Provo, one of the first things you should do is check out the University's Creamery and enjoy some delicious ice cream.

Provo is located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, and there are spectacular views to be had throughout the city. One of the most prominent features that is visible from all parts of the city is the large Y that is painted on to the side of the mountain above. If you are looking to get away in nature for a few hours, it is a relatively simple hike to get up to the Y from the city.

One of the city's most appealing aspects is the lack of traffic and relative easy commute. For those who do not want to rely on a vehicle as their primary method of transportation, Provo has a large number of bus routes that are operated by the Utah Transit Authority. The FrontRunner train also has a Provo station at the southern end of the route that will get you to Salt Lake City in about one hour.

Home prices tend to become more expensive as you get closer to the mountains since the views are extremely desirable. If you are a skier, you will love getting away up Provo Canyon to ski at the ski resort. Timpanogos Cave is another nearby attraction that is very popular with people who call Utah home.

Most new residents to Provo are impressed with its hospitality. There is a reason that it is known as Utah's Happy Valley, and it is predominantly because of the friendly folks who call this area home and enjoy its pleasant year-round weather. If you are looking for a great place to raise a family, consider Provo.