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Provo, UT vs West Jordan, UT
Provo, UT vs West Jordan, UT: What the data shows
Provo, UT is in Provo, UT while West Jordan, UT is in West Jordan, UT — both in the same state. On home prices, West Jordan, UT is the more affordable option at $384,300 median — $79,100 less than Provo, UT's $463,400. WYLT rates Provo, UT as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and West Jordan, UT as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Provo, UT has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. West Jordan, UT has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Provo, UT has Low flood risk and West Jordan, UT has Low flood risk.
Provo, UT is the more walkable neighborhood. Provo, UT scores 23/100 (car-dependent) versus West Jordan, UT's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Provo, UT rates 8.3/10 and West Jordan, UT rates 8.3/10.
| Category | Provo, UT | West Jordan, UT |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $463K | $384K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $67K | $87K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | High | Moderate ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 23/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 30/100 | 33/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable | 18/100 |
| Commute | 15 min ✓ Shorter commute | 30 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 |
| Best for | Students and recent graduatesYoung professionals in tech and educationFamilies seeking quality schools | Suburban familiesHome buyers with moderate incomesRenters looking for decent schools |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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