Murray

Murray, Utah Overview

Murray faces challenges across several categories, earning a B grade (54.8/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Utah. Even so, the city scores 67/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Environment score of 29/100.

Income & Employment in Murray

The median household income in Murray is $87,864, in line with the statewide median of $87,804. The local unemployment rate of 3.3% is higher than the state’s 3.2%. Population grew 1.4% recently.

Safety in Murray

Murray’s violent crime rate of 306.5 per 100,000 runs above the Utah average of 228. The property crime rate is 4006.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Murray

Murray has a cost of living index of 96.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $470,200. Median monthly rent is $1,447. Renters spend 19.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Murray

The adult obesity rate in Murray is 29% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.5%. Residents report an average of 17.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Utah ranks #5 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Murray

Murray has a high school graduation rate of 79%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.6:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,469. The city has 11 public schools serving 7,326 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Murray

The annual average temperature in Murray is 47°F. Summers average 71°F. Winters average 25.1°F. Annual precipitation is 17 inches. 17.7% of workers in Murray work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 16.8 minutes is notably short.

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