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Is Ogden a Good Place to Live? Ogden, Utah: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Ogden ranks #785 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #336 of 524 smaller cities and #18 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low rents ($1,216/mo, #128 of 524), and trails on high violent crime (445 per 100,000, #346 of 444).
Ogden by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Ogden'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 Ogden?
Ogden's cost of living index is 100.3, in line with the US level of 100 and #676 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,216/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $395,517, 26% below the typical Utah home ($534,582).
| Measure | Ogden | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 100.3#676 of 1,308 | 98.9 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $395,517#618 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 | $1,305/mo#169 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $355,600#670 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,216/mo#453 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 4.9x#823 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 20.1%#458 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.
Ogden 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. Ogden is in the Ogden-Clearfield, UT metro.
Utah housing market →Is Ogden safe?
Ogden recorded 445 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 36% above the US rate of 328 and 89% above Utah's 236. That ranks #776 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #346 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Ogden Police Department. Property crime runs 1,627 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Ogden | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 445#776 of 1,085 | 236 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 1,627#535 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 Ogden?
The median household in Ogden earns $72,575, 13% below the US figure of $83,163 and 25% below Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 4.1% (US 4.3%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.3% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Ogden | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $72,575#766 of 1,312 | $96,658 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 4.1%#522 of 1,058 | 3.6% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 13.7%#777 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +0.3%#489 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 Ogden?
The median resident of Ogden is 33.6 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 25.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #941 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 61.3% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Ogden | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 33.6 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 25.9%#941 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 61.3% | 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 Ogden's schools and health?
Ogden's 21 public schools graduate 88.1% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 20.7 students per teacher and $12,128 spent per pupil. 36.4% of adults are obese and 9.8% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Ogden | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 88.1%#515 of 1,063 | 88.2% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 20.7#964 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $12,128#927 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 36.4%#904 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 9.8%#359 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 19.9%#1156 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 15.3%#1094 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. 14,045 students are enrolled in Ogden's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Ogden?
The average commute in Ogden is 22.5 minutes (Utah 23.2); 2.1% of workers take transit and 12% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Ogden scores 12.9 of 20 (above average walkable), #342 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 74.1°F and winters 30.5°F, with 16.4 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Ogden | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 22.5 min#544 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 6.1%#727 of 1,312 | 5.5% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 73.1% | 67.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 12% | 15.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 12.9#342 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 | 35.7 | 21.2 | 1.5 |
| Feb | 41.9 | 24.9 | 1.6 |
| Mar | 52.7 | 33.1 | 1.7 |
| Apr | 59.6 | 38.6 | 2 |
| May | 70.1 | 47.1 | 2.2 |
| Jun | 81.5 | 55.3 | 1.1 |
| Jul | 91.3 | 64.8 | 0.4 |
| Aug | 88.7 | 62.9 | 0.7 |
| Sep | 77.8 | 53 | 1.1 |
| Oct | 62.7 | 40.8 | 1.7 |
| Nov | 48.5 | 30.5 | 1.2 |
| Dec | 36.8 | 22.4 | 1.3 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Ogden Hinkley Airport.
| Measure | Ogden | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 51.7°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 74.1°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 30.5°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 16.4 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 Ogden Hinkley Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Ogden?
Weber County's air had a median air quality index of 45, and 66% of measured days were rated good; 2 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Weber County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and strong wind, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, higher than 50% of US counties.
| Measure | Ogden | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 45#664 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 2#481 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.15%#674 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 Weber County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Weber County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.083% | 96% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.009% | 84% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.0027% | 59% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.039% | 4% 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 Ogden compare with similar-size cities?
Ogden is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #336 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 87,413.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogden, UTPop. 87,413 | #785 | 53.5 | $72,575 | $1,216/mo | 445 | 22.5 min |
| Springdale, ARPop. 88,160 | #747 | 54.2 | $69,787 | $1,071/mo | 527 | 19.3 min |
| Deerfield Beach, FLPop. 88,093 | #1091 | 48.0 | $59,730 | $1,774/mo | part year | 28.2 min |
| Troy, MIPop. 87,898 | #67 | 69.5 | $120,045 | $1,602/mo | 93 | 23.7 min |
| Santa Barbara, CAPop. 87,779 | #680 | 55.4 | $106,182 | $2,413/mo | 634 | 17.3 min |
| Danbury, CTPop. 87,263 | #441 | 59.2 | $83,393 | $1,846/mo | 146 | 29.9 min |
| Franklin, TNPop. 87,133 | #68 | 69.5 | $119,528 | $1,923/mo | 171 | 23.9 min |
| Duluth, MNPop. 87,093 | #467 | 58.6 | $68,807 | $1,087/mo | 231 | 17.3 min |
| Mission, TXPop. 87,038 | #961 | 50.7 | $60,767 | $950/mo | 134 | 20.5 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 Ogden compare with the rest of Utah?
Ogden ranks #18 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 53.5 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 25% below the Utah median. Violent crime is 89% above the statewide rate. Homes are 26% 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 Ogden's score calculated?
Ogden scores 53.5 out of 100, #785 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 Ogden. Similar-size median 55.5.
51.0 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Ogden's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
66.9 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Ogden. Similar-size median 58.9.
48.7 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Ogden's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
44.7 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Ogden's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
67.8 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Ogden. Similar-size median 56.1.
46.5 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Ogden. Similar-size median 42.4.
43.8 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Ogden. Similar-size median 50.0.
49.9 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Ogden's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
62.6 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
49.9 - 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: Ogden'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 Ogden 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 Ogden
Is Ogden, UT a good place to live?
Ogden ranks #785 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #336 of 524 smaller cities and #18 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low rents ($1,216/mo, #128 of 524), and trails on high violent crime (445 per 100,000, #346 of 444).
What is the cost of living in Ogden?
Ogden's cost of living index is 100.3, in line with the US level of 100 and #676 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,216/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $395,517, 26% below the typical Utah home ($534,582).
What is the crime rate in Ogden?
Ogden recorded 445 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 36% above the US rate of 328 and 89% above Utah's 236. That ranks #776 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #346 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Ogden Police Department. Property crime runs 1,627 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Ogden?
The median household in Ogden earns $72,575, 13% below the US figure of $83,163 and 25% below Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 4.1% (US 4.3%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.3% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Ogden?
Median rent in Ogden is $1,216/mo (Census), #453 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,305/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 20.1% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Ogden?
The typical home value in Ogden is $395,517, down 0.3% in a year, against $534,582 for Utah and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $355,600.
How are the public schools in Ogden?
Ogden's 21 public schools graduate 88.1% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 20.7 students per teacher and $12,128 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Ogden?
The average commute is 22.5 minutes, #544 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Utah. 6.1% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Ogden?
Ogden averages 51.7°F over the year, 74.1°F in summer and 30.5°F in winter, with 16.4 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Ogden walkable?
Ogden scores 12.9 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #342 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 Ogden at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Weber County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and strong wind, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, higher than 50% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Ogden?
Weber County's air had a median air quality index of 45, and 66% of measured days were rated good; 2 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Ogden?
Ogden has 87,413 residents. The median resident of Ogden is 33.6 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 25.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #941 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 61.3% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Ogden compare with the rest of Utah?
Ogden ranks #18 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 53.5 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 25% below the Utah median. Violent crime is 89% above the statewide rate. Homes are 26% below the typical Utah home.
What cities are similar in size to Ogden?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Ogden's population of 87,413 are Springdale, AR (#747 overall), Deerfield Beach, FL (#1091 overall), Troy, MI (#67 overall), Santa Barbara, CA (#680 overall), and Danbury, CT (#441 overall). Ogden is #785.