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Is Logan a Good Place to Live? Logan, Utah: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Logan ranks #742 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #320 of 524 smaller cities and #17 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for short commutes (15.2 min, #6 of 524) and low unemployment (3%, #30 of 476), and trails on a shrinking population (-1.6%, #466 of 468) and high poverty (22.3%, #479 of 524).
Logan by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Logan'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 Logan?
Logan's cost of living index is 95.9, 4% below the US level of 100 and #488 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,149/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $389,638, 27% below the typical Utah home ($534,582).
| Measure | Logan | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 95.9#488 of 1,308 | 98.9 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $389,638#603 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 | $1,415/mo#269 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $383,600#750 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,149/mo#387 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 6.3x#1077 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 22.7%#747 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.
Logan 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. Logan is in the Logan, UT-ID metro.
Utah housing market →Is Logan safe?
Logan recorded 178 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 46% below the US rate of 328 and 24% below Utah's 236. That ranks #305 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #142 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Logan Police Department. Property crime runs 924 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Logan | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 178#305 of 1,085 | 236 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 924#182 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 Logan?
The median household in Logan earns $60,687, 27% below the US figure of $83,163 and 37% below Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 3% (US 4.3%). 22.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 1.6% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Logan | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $60,687#1031 of 1,312 | $96,658 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3%#98 of 1,058 | 3.6% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 22.3%#1174 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | -1.6%#1127 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 Logan?
The median resident of Logan is 23.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 40.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #456 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 37.2% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Logan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 23.8 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 40.3%#456 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 37.2% | 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 Logan's schools and health?
Logan's 9 public schools graduate 79% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 21.7 students per teacher and $11,735 spent per pupil. 28.6% of adults are obese and 6.7% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Logan | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 79%#900 of 1,063 | 88.2% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 21.7#1009 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $11,735#989 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 28.6%#302 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 6.7%#42 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 21.4%#1268 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 12.2%#889 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. 5,603 students are enrolled in Logan's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Logan?
The average commute in Logan is 15.2 minutes (Utah 23.2); 4% of workers take transit and 12.8% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Logan scores 9.1 of 20 (below average walkable), #812 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 69.3°F and winters 25.4°F, with 15.6 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Logan | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 15.2 min#67 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 2.9%#171 of 1,312 | 5.5% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 64.4% | 67.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 12.8% | 15.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 9.1#812 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 | 31.8 | 15.1 | 1.4 |
| Feb | 37.1 | 18.4 | 1.3 |
| Mar | 50.2 | 28.7 | 1.7 |
| Apr | 59.5 | 34.6 | 2 |
| May | 69.2 | 41.5 | 2.1 |
| Jun | 80.6 | 47.2 | 1.2 |
| Jul | 91 | 55.1 | 0.3 |
| Aug | 89 | 53 | 0.7 |
| Sep | 77.9 | 44 | 1.2 |
| Oct | 62.8 | 33.5 | 1.5 |
| Nov | 47 | 25.2 | 1.2 |
| Dec | 33.2 | 16.9 | 1.1 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Logan Cache Airport.
| Measure | Logan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 47.6°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 69.3°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 25.4°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 15.6 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 Logan Cache Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Logan?
Cache County's air had a median air quality index of 44, and 66% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Cache County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.12% of building value, lower than 70% of US counties.
| Measure | Logan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 44#571 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.12%#431 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 Cache County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Cache County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.058% | 93% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.005% | 78% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.045% | 7% 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 Logan compare with similar-size cities?
Logan is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #320 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 54,907.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan, UTPop. 54,907 | #742 | 54.3 | $60,687 | $1,149/mo | 178 | 15.2 min |
| Valdosta, GAPop. 55,252 | #1150 | 46.6 | $45,925 | $1,054/mo | 477 | 16.1 min |
| Plainfield, NJPop. 55,236 | #966 | 50.7 | $85,908 | $1,767/mo | 411 | 29.5 min |
| Winter Haven, FLPop. 55,200 | #934 | 51.2 | $59,648 | $1,246/mo | 269 | 28.4 min |
| West Sacramento, CAPop. 54,927 | #574 | 57.0 | $93,188 | $1,665/mo | 327 | 24.7 min |
| Tinley Park, ILPop. 54,842 | #163 | 65.7 | $105,189 | $1,495/mo | 93 | 33.7 min |
| Little Elm, TXPop. 54,820 | #601 | 56.7 | $119,219 | $1,953/mo | part year | 34.6 min |
| Peabody, MAPop. 54,695 | #322 | 61.6 | $96,657 | $1,950/mo | 292 | 25.8 min |
| Westfield, INPop. 54,677 | #20 | 72.7 | $122,789 | $1,667/mo | 66 | 25.1 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 Logan compare with the rest of Utah?
Logan ranks #17 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 54.3 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 37% below the Utah median. Violent crime is 24% below the statewide rate. Homes are 27% below 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 Logan's score calculated?
Logan scores 54.3 out of 100, #742 of 1,312 (grade C+, 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 Logan. Similar-size median 55.5.
52.3 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Logan's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
88.8 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Logan. Similar-size median 58.9.
62.3 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Logan's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
32.7 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Logan's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
70.0 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Logan. Similar-size median 56.1.
25.4 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Logan. Similar-size median 42.4.
28.7 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Logan. Similar-size median 50.0.
66.7 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Logan's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
42.6 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
61.1 - 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: Logan'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 Logan 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 Logan
Is Logan, UT a good place to live?
Logan ranks #742 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #320 of 524 smaller cities and #17 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for short commutes (15.2 min, #6 of 524) and low unemployment (3%, #30 of 476), and trails on a shrinking population (-1.6%, #466 of 468) and high poverty (22.3%, #479 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Logan?
Logan's cost of living index is 95.9, 4% below the US level of 100 and #488 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,149/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $389,638, 27% below the typical Utah home ($534,582).
What is the crime rate in Logan?
Logan recorded 178 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 46% below the US rate of 328 and 24% below Utah's 236. That ranks #305 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #142 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Logan Police Department. Property crime runs 924 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Logan?
The median household in Logan earns $60,687, 27% below the US figure of $83,163 and 37% below Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 3% (US 4.3%). 22.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 1.6% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Logan?
Median rent in Logan is $1,149/mo (Census), #387 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,415/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 22.7% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Logan?
The typical home value in Logan is $389,638, up 2.7% in a year, against $534,582 for Utah and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $383,600.
How are the public schools in Logan?
Logan's 9 public schools graduate 79% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 21.7 students per teacher and $11,735 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Logan?
The average commute is 15.2 minutes, #67 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Utah. 2.9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Logan?
Logan averages 47.6°F over the year, 69.3°F in summer and 25.4°F in winter, with 15.6 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Logan walkable?
Logan scores 9.1 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #812 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 Logan at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Cache County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.12% of building value, lower than 70% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Logan?
Cache County's air had a median air quality index of 44, and 66% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Logan?
Logan has 54,907 residents. The median resident of Logan is 23.8 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 40.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #456 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 37.2% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Logan compare with the rest of Utah?
Logan ranks #17 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 54.3 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 37% below the Utah median. Violent crime is 24% below the statewide rate. Homes are 27% below the typical Utah home.
What cities are similar in size to Logan?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Logan's population of 54,907 are Valdosta, GA (#1150 overall), Plainfield, NJ (#966 overall), Winter Haven, FL (#934 overall), West Sacramento, CA (#574 overall), and Tinley Park, IL (#163 overall). Logan is #742.