South Jordan

South Jordan, Utah Overview

With a composite score of 63.5/100 and a A grade, South Jordan ranks #5 of 20 cities in Utah. Its strongest showing is in Safety (93/100), while Environment (29/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in South Jordan

South Jordan’s median household income of $126,974 is 45% above the Utah median of $87,804, and its 3% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.2%.

Safety in South Jordan

South Jordan’s violent crime rate of 87.9 per 100,000 is well below both the Utah rate of 228 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1123.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in South Jordan

South Jordan 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 $614,800. Median monthly rent is $1,806. Renters spend 17.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in South Jordan

South Jordan’s adult obesity rate of 27.5% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.1%. Residents report an average of 16.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Utah ranks #5 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in South Jordan

South Jordan has a high school graduation rate of 89.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 21.6:1. Per-pupil spending of $9,461 falls below the national median. The city has 19 public schools serving 16,096 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in South Jordan

The annual average temperature in South Jordan is 48.2°F. Summers average 71.9°F. Winters average 26.8°F. Annual precipitation is 17 inches. 18.2% of workers in South Jordan work from home, well above the national average.

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