Ogden

Ogden, Utah Overview

Ogden faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (49.8/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Utah. Even so, the city scores 75/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Environment score of 29/100.

Income & Employment in Ogden

Ogden’s median income of $65,035 is 26% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.3% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.5%.

Safety in Ogden

With a violent crime rate of 570.5 per 100,000, Ogden exceeds the Utah average of 228. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2106.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Ogden

Ogden 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 $311,300. Median monthly rent is $1,128. Renters spend 20.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Ogden

The adult obesity rate in Ogden is 36.4%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.8%. Residents report an average of 19.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Utah ranks #5 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Ogden

Ogden has a high school graduation rate of 88.1%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,933. The city has 43 public schools serving 28,044 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Ogden

The annual average temperature in Ogden is 46.9°F. Summers average 71°F. Winters average 25°F. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches.

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