Provo

Provo, Utah Overview

Provo faces challenges across several categories, earning a B grade (54.8/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in Utah. Even so, the city scores 86/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 26/100.

Income & Employment in Provo

Provo’s median income of $62,556 is 29% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.9%.

Safety in Provo

At 175.6 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Provo sits meaningfully below the Utah average of 228 — a 30% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1380.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Provo

Provo has a cost of living index of 95 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $437,100. Median monthly rent is $1,152. Renters spend 22.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 7.0x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Provo

The adult obesity rate in Provo is 30.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.1%. Residents report an average of 21.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Utah ranks #5 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Provo

Provo has a high school graduation rate of 89.3%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.5:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,103. The city has 21 public schools serving 15,386 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Provo

The annual average temperature in Provo is 48.8°F. Summers average 72.9°F. Winters average 26.9°F. Annual precipitation is 17 inches. The average commute of 16.1 minutes is notably short.

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