Provo, Provo UT — neighborhood review

Provo, UT

Provo · Utah County · UT 84604

Updated August 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$582K

Median Price

50/100

Walk Score

8.8/10

Schools

15 min

to Provo Downtown

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
88/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
D+Walkability
50/100
WYLT Score60/100

Our Take

Provo offers excellent schools and a vibrant student scene, but its high cost of living, low walkability and heavy reliance on cars make it a tough fit for families or anyone looking to live a quieter, more affordable life.

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The Good

  • Top-rated schools (average 8.3/10)
  • Strong college economy and job opportunities
  • Diverse dining and nightlife thanks to the BYU campus
  • Good public park access and outdoor recreation

Real Talk

  • !Median home price nearly 7x median household income
  • !Car is essential—walk score 23, bike score 25
  • !Traffic congestion and parking hassles during events
  • !Crime data shows moderate property crime and occasional violent incidents
  • $High property taxes and insurance
  • $Parking fees at local venues and on campus
  • $Higher utility and grocery costs in the area

Best For

Students and recent graduatesYoung professionals in tech and educationFamilies seeking quality schoolsPeople who enjoy campus culture and nightlife

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityHigh

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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