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Is Herriman a Good Place to Live? Herriman, Utah: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Herriman ranks #164 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #80 of 524 smaller cities and #3 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (64 per 100,000, #19 of 444) and low poverty (4.9%, #37 of 524), and trails on high rents ($2,019/mo, #413 of 524) and expensive homes ($590,700, #397 of 524).
Herriman by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Herriman's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Herriman?
Herriman's cost of living index is 100.9, 1% above the US level of 100 and #710 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,019/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $601,499, 13% above the typical Utah home ($534,582).
| Measure | Herriman | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 100.9#710 of 1,308 | 98.9 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $601,499#941 of 1,187 | $534,582 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,892/mo#647 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $590,700#1069 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $2,019/mo#1104 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 4.8x#802 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 19.8%#429 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Herriman housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Herriman is in the Salt Lake City, UT metro.
Utah housing market →Is Herriman safe?
Herriman recorded 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 80% below the US rate of 328 and 73% below Utah's 236. That ranks #53 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #19 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Herriman Police Department. Property crime runs 505 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Herriman | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 64#53 of 1,085 | 236 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 505#26 of 1,085 | 1,416 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Herriman?
The median household in Herriman earns $122,650, 47% above the US figure of $83,163 and 27% above Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 3.2% (US 4.3%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Herriman | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $122,650#140 of 1,312 | $96,658 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3.2%#155 of 1,058 | 3.6% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 4.9%#101 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +1.5%#153 of 1,132 | +1% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Herriman?
The median resident of Herriman is 29.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 42.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #398 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 78.6% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Herriman | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 29.8 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 42.6%#398 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 78.6% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Herriman's schools and health?
Herriman's 15 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 22.4 students per teacher and $9,368 spent per pupil. 28.9% of adults are obese and 5.6% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Herriman | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 90%#358 of 1,063 | 88.2% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 22.4#1051 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $9,368#1173 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 28.9%#323 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 5.6%#15 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 19.1%#1062 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 9.8%#637 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 16,197 students are enrolled in Herriman's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Herriman?
The average commute in Herriman is 27.1 minutes (Utah 23.2); 1% of workers take transit and 24% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Herriman scores 12.2 of 20 (above average walkable), #453 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 72.1°F and winters 30.8°F, with 13.1 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Herriman | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 27.1 min#938 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 5.3%#614 of 1,312 | 5.5% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 62% | 67.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 1% | 1.9% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 24% | 15.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 12.2#453 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38 | 19 | 1.2 |
| Feb | 43.9 | 24.3 | 1.1 |
| Mar | 52.5 | 31.7 | 1.1 |
| Apr | 61.8 | 35.9 | 1.6 |
| May | 71 | 44.2 | 1.6 |
| Jun | 83.4 | 50.9 | 0.6 |
| Jul | 92.2 | 59 | 0.7 |
| Aug | 89.3 | 58 | 1 |
| Sep | 79.4 | 46.6 | 1.1 |
| Oct | 65.1 | 36.2 | 1.2 |
| Nov | 49 | 26.6 | 0.9 |
| Dec | 39.8 | 20.1 | 1.1 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Utah Lake Lehi.
| Measure | Herriman | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 50.7°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 72.1°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 30.8°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 13.1 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Utah Lake Lehi.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Herriman?
Salt Lake County's air had a median air quality index of 57, and 33% of measured days were rated good; 16 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Salt Lake County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.18% of building value, higher than 66% of US counties.
| Measure | Herriman | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 57#995 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 16#949 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.18%#844 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Salt Lake County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Salt Lake County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.11% | 98% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.014% | 87% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.041% | 5% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Herriman compare with similar-size cities?
Herriman is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #80 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 59,346.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herriman, UTPop. 59,346 | #164 | 65.6 | $122,650 | $2,019/mo | 64 | 27.1 min |
| Medford, MAPop. 59,354 | #32 | 71.9 | $129,540 | $2,509/mo | 181 | 30.2 min |
| Santee, CAPop. 59,332 | #1054 | 48.8 | $113,394 | $2,250/mo | part year | 26.7 min |
| Youngstown, OHPop. 59,331 | #1277 | 39.7 | $34,408 | $728/mo | 690 | 20.3 min |
| Margate, FLPop. 59,198 | #1036 | 49.3 | $62,450 | $1,750/mo | part year | 30.7 min |
| Dubuque, IAPop. 59,174 | #470 | 58.6 | $65,845 | $948/mo | 405 | 14.6 min |
| Des Plaines, ILPop. 59,156 | #69 | 69.4 | $97,875 | $1,606/mo | 108 | 28.2 min |
| Kokomo, INPop. 59,122 | #1055 | 48.8 | $55,360 | $939/mo | 477 | 19.1 min |
| St. Peters, MOPop. 59,092 | #221 | 63.9 | $91,637 | $1,321/mo | 172 | 22.7 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Herriman compare with the rest of Utah?
Herriman ranks #3 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 65.6 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 27% above the Utah median. Violent crime is 73% below the statewide rate. Homes are 13% above the typical Utah home.
| City | Rank in UT | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Jordan, UTPop. 82,686 | #1 | 67.3 | $134,047 | $1,991/mo | 113 |
| Riverton, UTPop. 45,457 | #2 | 66.3 | $126,910 | $2,137/mo | 62 |
| Herriman, UTPop. 59,346 | #3 | 65.6 | $122,650 | $2,019/mo | 64 |
| Bountiful, UTPop. 45,023 | #4 | 62.5 | $104,785 | $1,565/mo | 167 |
| Draper, UTPop. 50,278 | #5 | 62.2 | $128,910 | $1,894/mo | 192 |
| Lehi, UTPop. 85,173 | #6 | 62.1 | $131,299 | $1,964/mo | part year |
| Layton, UTPop. 83,286 | #7 | 62.0 | $102,480 | $1,538/mo | 141 |
| Sandy, UTPop. 94,291 | #8 | 60.9 | $112,176 | $1,777/mo | 221 |
| Millcreek, UTPop. 63,648 | #9 | 60.8 | $98,045 | $1,492/mo | no data |
| Orem, UTPop. 97,182 | #10 | 59.2 | $83,342 | $1,438/mo | 134 |
| Eagle Mountain, UTPop. 53,290 | #11 | 59.0 | $113,648 | $2,020/mo | no data |
| West Jordan, UTPop. 116,692 | #12 | 58.8 | $108,153 | $1,757/mo | 313 |
| Murray, UTPop. 50,188 | #13 | 58.7 | $90,746 | $1,500/mo | 165 |
| St. George, UTPop. 101,995 | #14 | 57.3 | $76,508 | $1,545/mo | 191 |
| Provo, UTPop. 114,766 | #15 | 56.3 | $64,171 | $1,193/mo | 177 |
| Taylorsville, UTPop. 58,678 | #16 | 54.5 | $86,413 | $1,482/mo | 187 |
| Logan, UTPop. 54,907 | #17 | 54.3 | $60,687 | $1,149/mo | 178 |
| Ogden, UTPop. 87,413 | #18 | 53.5 | $72,575 | $1,216/mo | 445 |
| West Valley City, UTPop. 138,437 | #19 | 52.9 | $92,209 | $1,504/mo | 383 |
| Salt Lake City, UTPop. 208,007 | #20 | 49.8 | $75,090 | $1,414/mo | 862 |
All 20 Utah cities we track, by overall score. Utah statewide: median income $96,658, violent crime 235.7 per 100,000.
How is Herriman's score calculated?
Herriman scores 65.6 out of 100, #164 of 1,312 (grade A, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Utah's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Herriman. Similar-size median 55.5.
78.1 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Herriman's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
99.1 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Herriman. Similar-size median 58.9.
68.7 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Herriman's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
38.4 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Herriman's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
47.8 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Herriman. Similar-size median 56.1.
84.6 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Herriman. Similar-size median 42.4.
59.0 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Herriman. Similar-size median 50.0.
59.4 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Herriman's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
58.9 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
30.0 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Herriman's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Herriman has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Herriman
Is Herriman, UT a good place to live?
Herriman ranks #164 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #80 of 524 smaller cities and #3 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (64 per 100,000, #19 of 444) and low poverty (4.9%, #37 of 524), and trails on high rents ($2,019/mo, #413 of 524) and expensive homes ($590,700, #397 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Herriman?
Herriman's cost of living index is 100.9, 1% above the US level of 100 and #710 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,019/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $601,499, 13% above the typical Utah home ($534,582).
What is the crime rate in Herriman?
Herriman recorded 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 80% below the US rate of 328 and 73% below Utah's 236. That ranks #53 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #19 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Herriman Police Department. Property crime runs 505 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Herriman?
The median household in Herriman earns $122,650, 47% above the US figure of $83,163 and 27% above Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 3.2% (US 4.3%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Herriman?
Median rent in Herriman is $2,019/mo (Census), #1104 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,892/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 19.8% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Herriman?
The typical home value in Herriman is $601,499, up 0.8% in a year, against $534,582 for Utah and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $590,700.
How are the public schools in Herriman?
Herriman's 15 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 22.4 students per teacher and $9,368 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Herriman?
The average commute is 27.1 minutes, #938 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Utah. 5.3% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Herriman?
Herriman averages 50.7°F over the year, 72.1°F in summer and 30.8°F in winter, with 13.1 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Herriman walkable?
Herriman scores 12.2 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #453 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Herriman at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Salt Lake County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.18% of building value, higher than 66% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Herriman?
Salt Lake County's air had a median air quality index of 57, and 33% of measured days were rated good; 16 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Herriman?
Herriman has 59,346 residents. The median resident of Herriman is 29.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 42.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #398 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 78.6% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Herriman compare with the rest of Utah?
Herriman ranks #3 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 65.6 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 27% above the Utah median. Violent crime is 73% below the statewide rate. Homes are 13% above the typical Utah home.
What cities are similar in size to Herriman?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Herriman's population of 59,346 are Medford, MA (#32 overall), Santee, CA (#1054 overall), Youngstown, OH (#1277 overall), Margate, FL (#1036 overall), and Dubuque, IA (#470 overall). Herriman is #164.