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Provo, UT vs St. George, UT
Provo, UT vs St. George, UT: What the data shows
Provo, UT is in Provo, UT while St. George, UT is in St. George, UT — both in the same state. On home prices, Provo, UT is the more affordable option at $341,900 median — $34,400 less than St. George, UT's $376,300. WYLT rates Provo, UT as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and St. George, UT as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Provo, UT has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. St. George, UT has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Provo, UT has Low flood risk and St. George, UT has Low flood risk.
Provo, UT is the more walkable neighborhood. Provo, UT scores 13/100 (car-dependent) versus St. George, UT's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, St. George, UT has the higher school rating — Provo, UT rates 8.3/10 and St. George, UT rates 8.7/10.
| Category | Provo, UT | St. George, UT |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $342K ✓ Lower price | $376K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $59K | $64K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 13/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 14/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 18/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 30 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.3/10 | 8.7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | College studentsYoung professionalsFamilies looking for good schools | Families with good schoolsRetirees looking for outdoor activitiesRemote workers who can handle limited local amenities |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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