Layton

Layton, Utah Overview

Layton scores 58.5/100 overall (B+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Utah — below the state composite of 79.3. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 88/100, while Environment lags at 29/100.

Income & Employment in Layton

The median household income in Layton is $99,866, 14% above the statewide median of $87,804. The local unemployment rate of 2.9% is lower than the state’s 3.2%. Population grew 0.6% recently.

Safety in Layton

Layton’s violent crime rate of 127.9 per 100,000 is well below both the Utah rate of 228 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1527.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Layton

Layton has a cost of living index of 95.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $437,400. Median monthly rent is $1,455. Renters spend 17.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Layton

The adult obesity rate in Layton is 33% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.3%. Residents report an average of 17.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Utah ranks #5 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Layton

Layton’s high school graduation rate of 94.2% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. With a student-teacher ratio of 23.4:1, class sizes tend to be larger than the national median. Per-pupil spending is $10,256. The city has 22 public schools serving 17,789 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Layton

The annual average temperature in Layton is 47°F. Summers average 71°F. Winters average 25°F. Annual precipitation is 17.1 inches.

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