Provo, Provo UT — neighborhood review

Provo, UT

Provo · Utah County · UT 84601

Updated August 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$404K

Median Price

68/100

Walk Score

8.8/10

Schools

30 min

to Provo city center

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
88/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
C+Walkability
68/100
WYLT Score64/100

Our Take

Provo offers solid schools and a low flood risk, but it’s almost entirely car‑dependent and has a low walk score. If you’re a student or young professional who can drive, it may fit, but families and those wanting a quieter, transit‑friendly life should look elsewhere.

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The Good

  • High‑rated public schools (average 8.3/10)
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Reasonable rent compared to median income
  • Close to BYU and a lively college scene

Real Talk

  • !Walk score 13 means you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Crime data isn’t provided but local incidents suggest a moderate risk
  • !Median income ($59k) is close to median home price, so affordability is tight
  • !Parking around campus events is notoriously difficult
  • $High car ownership costs (fuel, insurance, parking)
  • $Potential property taxes and homeowner association fees
  • $Seasonal snow removal and heating expenses

Best For

College studentsYoung professionalsFamilies looking for good schools

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Provo, UT

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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