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Sandy, UT vs Taylorsville, UT
Sandy, UT vs Taylorsville, UT: What the data shows
Sandy, UT is in Sandy, UT while Taylorsville, UT is in Taylorsville, UT — both in the same state. On home prices, Taylorsville, UT is the more affordable option at $385,200 median — $7,500 less than Sandy, UT's $392,700. WYLT rates Sandy, UT as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Taylorsville, UT as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Sandy, UT has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Taylorsville, UT has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Sandy, UT has Low flood risk and Taylorsville, UT has High flood risk.
Sandy, UT is the more walkable neighborhood. Sandy, UT scores 35/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Taylorsville, UT's 4/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Sandy, UT has the higher school rating — Sandy, UT rates 8.6/10 and Taylorsville, UT rates 8.3/10.
| Category | Sandy, UT | Taylorsville, UT |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $393K | $385K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $77K ✓ Higher income | $74K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 35/100 ✓ More walkable | 4/100 |
| Transit Score | 10/100 ✓ Better transit | 1/100 |
| Bike Score | N/A | 18/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute | 35 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B | B |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 8.3/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesCommuters to Salt Lake CitySuburban living seekers | FamiliesCommutersYoung Professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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