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Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City · Salt Lake County · UT 84103
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$779K
Median Price
83/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
20 min
to Downtown Salt Lake City
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
83/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Salt Lake City’s 84103 neighborhood offers decent schools and a low flood risk, but it’s heavily car‑dependent with a low walk score and a chilly winter climate. Rent and home prices are moderate, but the cost of living, traffic, and limited public transport may outweigh the benefits for many people.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated public schools (average 8/10)
- ✓Close to downtown and major employers
- ✓Low flood risk and stable real estate market
- ✓Reasonable median rent relative to median income
Real Talk
- !Requires a car due to low walkability
- !Harsh, prolonged winters make outdoor life tough
- !Rent can rise quickly with downtown demand
- !Public transit is decent but not a full substitute for driving
- $High utility costs, especially heating in winter
- $Insurance and maintenance for high home values
- $Potential traffic congestion during peak hours
Best For
Young professionalsStudentsFamilies seeking good schoolsBudget renters looking for value
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Salt Lake City, UT
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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