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Salt Lake City: A mountain haven blending outdoor majesty with rich cultural experiences.
About Salt Lake City, UT
The city's economy thrives on diverse sectors, with technology, healthcare, and finance playing pivotal roles. The Silicon Slopes area, just south of Salt Lake City, is home to a burgeoning tech industry, drawing startups and established enterprises alike. Healthcare remains a major employer, with several top-tier hospitals and research institutions contributing to the region's growth. Salt Lake's culture is equally rich, with a host of year-round events, vibrant culinary scenes, and performances from leading arts organizations, including the Utah Symphony and Ballet West. The city is a testament to how history and modernization can coexist harmoniously, offering both residents and visitors a high quality of life enriched by stunning landscapes and a vibrant urban core.
Quality of Life Scores
Data-driven insights into what makes Salt Lake City special
Quality of life scores are aggregated from publicly available data sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI Crime Statistics, EPA Air Quality Index, walkability studies, and local municipal data. Scores are calculated on a 0-100 scale and updated periodically to reflect current conditions.
Demographics & Economy
Understanding the community and economic landscape
Demographics
Salt Lake City boasts a diverse community of around 200,000 people with a lifestyle focused on outdoor activities and cultural engagement.
Economy
Strong economic foundation driven by diverse industries including technology, healthcare, finance, transportation, outdoor recreation.
Housing
Real estate market offers opportunities for residents and investors with balanced housing options across neighborhoods.
Education Excellence
World-class learning opportunities and achievements
Education Levels
Institutions
- Schools: 137
- Universities: 4
- Libraries: 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22.0:1
Sports & Entertainment
Home to professional and collegiate athletics
Professional Teams
College & Development
Major Venues
Vivint Arena: 18,306
Rio Tinto Stadium: 20,000
Transportation & Infrastructure
Getting around Salt Lake City
Roads & Highways
Major Highways: I-15, I-80, I-215, US-89
Average Commute: 21 minutes
Public Transit
UTA TRAX Light Rail, UTA Bus, FrontRunner
Airports
SLC - Salt Lake City International Airport
Places & Attractions
Discover what makes Salt Lake City unique
Landmarks
- Salt Lake Temple
- Utah State Capitol
- Union Pacific Depot
- Fort Douglas
- Beehive House
Attractions
- Temple Square
- Hogle Zoo
- The Leonardo
- Utah's Hogle Zoo
- Red Butte Garden
- Clark Planetarium
Museums
- Natural History Museum of Utah
- Utah Museum of Fine Arts
- The Leonardo
- Fort Douglas Military Museum
Parks
- Liberty Park
- Sugar House Park
- Red Butte Garden
- This Is The Place Heritage Park
Healthcare
- University of Utah Hospital
- Intermountain Medical Center
- St. Mark's Hospital
- Primary Children's Hospital
Key Industries
Economic drivers powering Salt Lake City
Living Here
Essential information about life in Salt Lake City
Climate & Geography
Climate: Semi-Arid
Elevation: 4,226 feet
Time Zone: America/Denver
County: Salt Lake County
Metro Area: Salt Lake City, UT Metro Area
Contact Information
Area Code: 801, 385
ZIP Codes: 84101, 84102, 84103, 84104, 84105, 84106, 84108, 84109, 84111, 84112, 84113, 84114, 84115, 84116, 84119
Location
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