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Is Riverton a Good Place to Live? Riverton, Utah: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Riverton ranks #148 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #30 of 208 small cities and #2 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (3.6%, #9 of 208) and high household income ($126,910, #17 of 208), and trails on high rents ($2,137/mo, #195 of 208) and expensive homes ($592,700, #189 of 208).
Riverton by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Riverton'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 Riverton?
Riverton's cost of living index is 100.9, 1% above the US level of 100 and #710 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,137/mo against $1,178/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $620,009, 16% above the typical Utah home ($534,582).
| Measure | Riverton | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 92.6 · US 100 | 100.9#710 of 1,308 | 98.9 | 92.6 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $305,499 · US $368,697 | $620,009#955 of 1,187 | $534,582 | $305,499 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,536/mo · US $1,948/mo | $2,388/mo#874 of 1,115 | — | $1,536/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $261,400 | $592,700#1070 of 1,309 | — | $261,400 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,178/mo | $2,137/mo#1149 of 1,309 | — | $1,178/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 3.5x | 4.7x#782 of 1,309 | — | 3.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 19.9% | 20.2%#480 of 1,309 | — | 19.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 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.
Riverton 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. Riverton is in the Salt Lake City, UT metro.
Utah housing market →Is Riverton safe?
Riverton recorded 62 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 81% below the US rate of 328 and 74% below Utah's 236. That ranks #49 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #17 of 174 small cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Riverton Police Department. Property crime runs 716 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Riverton | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 258 · US 328 | 62#49 of 1,085 | 236 | 258 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,540 · US 1,548 | 716#98 of 1,085 | 1,416 | 1,540 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 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 Riverton?
The median household in Riverton earns $126,910, 53% above the US figure of $83,163 and 31% above Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 3.3% (US 4.3%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Riverton | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $71,675 · US $83,163 | $126,910#122 of 1,312 | $96,658 | $71,675 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 3.7% · US 4.3% | 3.3%#186 of 1,058 | 3.6% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 13% | 3.6%#32 of 1,312 | — | 13% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +1.5%#153 of 1,132 | +1% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Riverton?
The median resident of Riverton is 34.4 years old, against 37.3 in similar-size cities. 37.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #530 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 84.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Riverton | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.3 | 34.4 | 37.3 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 32.5% | 37.7%#530 of 1,312 | 32.5% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 62.3% | 84.9% | 62.3% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Riverton's schools and health?
Riverton's 9 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 22.3 students per teacher and $9,450 spent per pupil. 28.8% of adults are obese and 7.2% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 35.6% and 11.5%.
| Measure | Riverton | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 90%#358 of 1,063 | 88.2% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 14.9 | 22.3#1042 of 1,188 | — | 14.9 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $13,509 | $9,450#1166 of 1,188 | — | $13,509 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 35.6% | 28.8%#319 of 1,311 | — | 35.6% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 7.2%#55 of 1,311 | — | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.3% | 18%#857 of 1,311 | — | 17.3% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 9.2% | 8.7%#476 of 1,311 | — | 9.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). Utah is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 9,004 students are enrolled in Riverton's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Riverton?
The average commute in Riverton is 24.8 minutes (Utah 23.2); 0.8% of workers take transit and 23.5% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Riverton scores 13.6 of 20 (above average walkable), #225 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 71.1°F and winters 31.6°F, with 21.1 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Riverton | UtahUT | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 21.5 min | 24.8 min#766 of 1,312 | 23.2 min | 21.5 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4.6% | 5.3%#614 of 1,312 | 5.5% | 4.6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 75.7% | 63.1% | 67.7% | 75.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 0.5% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 10% | 23.5% | 15.7% | 10% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 8.8 | 13.6#225 of 1,312 | — | 8.8 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 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 | 38.6 | 21.6 | 2.5 |
| Feb | 44 | 24.9 | 2 |
| Mar | 54.4 | 31.8 | 2 |
| Apr | 60.9 | 36.8 | 2.5 |
| May | 70.6 | 43.9 | 2.4 |
| Jun | 82.2 | 51.4 | 1 |
| Jul | 89.5 | 58.5 | 0.6 |
| Aug | 87.3 | 57.6 | 1 |
| Sep | 78.6 | 48.9 | 1.3 |
| Oct | 65.1 | 38.8 | 1.8 |
| Nov | 50.2 | 29.4 | 1.6 |
| Dec | 38.5 | 21.9 | 2.3 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Alpine.
| Measure | Riverton | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 56.3°F | 51°F | 56.3°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.3°F | 71.1°F | 76.3°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.7°F | 31.6°F | 36.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 43.2 in | 21.1 in | 43.2 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Alpine.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Riverton?
Salt Lake County's air had a median air quality index of 57, and 33% of measured days were rated good; 16 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Salt Lake County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.18% of building value, higher than 66% of US counties.
| Measure | Riverton | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 41 | 57#995 of 1,138 | 41 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 1 | 16#949 of 1,138 | 1 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.14% | 0.18%#844 of 1,312 | 0.14% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Salt Lake County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Salt Lake County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.11% | 98% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.014% | 87% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.041% | 5% 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 Riverton compare with similar-size cities?
Riverton is one of 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track and ranks #30 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 45,457.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverton, UTPop. 45,457 | #148 | 66.3 | $126,910 | $2,137/mo | 62 | 24.8 min |
| Hackensack, NJPop. 46,057 | #293 | 62.2 | $84,277 | $1,911/mo | 235 | 28.9 min |
| Potomac, MDPop. 45,902 | #19 | 72.9 | $236,675 | $2,887/mo | no data | 29.7 min |
| Huntington, WVPop. 45,787 | #1221 | 44.2 | $45,100 | $912/mo | 670 | 19 min |
| Columbia, TNPop. 45,441 | #756 | 54.1 | $63,719 | $1,197/mo | 371 | 28 min |
| Charlottesville, VAPop. 45,437 | #247 | 63.3 | $74,824 | $1,540/mo | 277 | 17 min |
| West Seneca, NYPop. 45,303 | #230 | 63.7 | $79,709 | $1,106/mo | no data | 23 min |
| Gainesville, GAPop. 45,032 | #688 | 55.2 | $66,974 | $1,299/mo | 404 | 24 min |
| York, PAPop. 44,938 | #981 | 50.4 | $48,420 | $1,014/mo | 443 | 23.1 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 Riverton compare with the rest of Utah?
Riverton ranks #2 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 66.3 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 31% above the Utah median. Violent crime is 74% below the statewide rate. Homes are 16% above 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 Riverton's score calculated?
Riverton scores 66.3 out of 100, #148 of 1,312 (grade A, 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 Riverton. Similar-size median 52.9.
79.4 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Riverton's police agency. Similar-size median 78.4.
97.7 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Riverton. Similar-size median 52.2.
67.9 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Riverton's public schools. Similar-size median 59.4.
38.7 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Riverton's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 76.3.
46.3 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Riverton. Similar-size median 46.7.
88.8 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Riverton. Similar-size median 44.2.
58.6 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Riverton. Similar-size median 47.3.
60.6 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Riverton's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 41.1.
66.3 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 54.8.
30.0 - 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: Riverton's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 208 cities of 25,000 to 50,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Riverton 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 Riverton
Is Riverton, UT a good place to live?
Riverton ranks #148 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #30 of 208 small cities and #2 of 20 in Utah. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (3.6%, #9 of 208) and high household income ($126,910, #17 of 208), and trails on high rents ($2,137/mo, #195 of 208) and expensive homes ($592,700, #189 of 208).
What is the cost of living in Riverton?
Riverton's cost of living index is 100.9, 1% above the US level of 100 and #710 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,137/mo against $1,178/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $620,009, 16% above the typical Utah home ($534,582).
What is the crime rate in Riverton?
Riverton recorded 62 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 81% below the US rate of 328 and 74% below Utah's 236. That ranks #49 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #17 of 174 small cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Riverton Police Department. Property crime runs 716 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Riverton?
The median household in Riverton earns $126,910, 53% above the US figure of $83,163 and 31% above Utah ($96,658). Unemployment is 3.3% (US 4.3%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Riverton?
Median rent in Riverton is $2,137/mo (Census), #1149 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $2,388/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 20.2% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Riverton?
The typical home value in Riverton is $620,009, up 1% in a year, against $534,582 for Utah and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $592,700.
How are the public schools in Riverton?
Riverton's 9 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Utah 88.2%), with 22.3 students per teacher and $9,450 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Riverton?
The average commute is 24.8 minutes, #766 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.2 minutes across Utah. 5.3% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Riverton?
Riverton averages 51°F over the year, 71.1°F in summer and 31.6°F in winter, with 21.1 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Riverton walkable?
Riverton scores 13.6 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #225 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 Riverton at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Salt Lake County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.18% of building value, higher than 66% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Riverton?
Salt Lake County's air had a median air quality index of 57, and 33% of measured days were rated good; 16 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Riverton?
Riverton has 45,457 residents. The median resident of Riverton is 34.4 years old, against 37.3 in similar-size cities. 37.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #530 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 84.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Riverton compare with the rest of Utah?
Riverton ranks #2 of the 20 Utah cities we track, with a score of 66.3 against Utah's statewide 75.4. Its households earn 31% above the Utah median. Violent crime is 74% below the statewide rate. Homes are 16% above the typical Utah home.
What cities are similar in size to Riverton?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Riverton's population of 45,457 are Hackensack, NJ (#293 overall), Potomac, MD (#19 overall), Huntington, WV (#1221 overall), Columbia, TN (#756 overall), and Charlottesville, VA (#247 overall). Riverton is #148.