Salt Lake City : Utah
Living a Small town Lifestyle in Salt Lake City, Utah
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Where to Retire in Salt Lake City and Home Prices
The Avenues and Federal Heights are 2 desirable residential areas on the northeast side of town near the University. The eastern side of town generally has higher property values due to its better mountain views and no industrialization. There are a great number of active adult and 55+ communities in the Salt Lake area (see Active Adult Communities link at top left). According to the National Association of Realtors, the median home price during the 4th quarter of 2022 was $556,900. Prices will obviously vary by neighborhood.
What Is Special about Salt Lake City
Host to the 2002 Winter Olympics. Outstanding 4 season recreation both within and by a short drive. Great Salt Lake. Wasatch Mountains. Home of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. The University of Utah. A prosperous and growing city.
What Is Not Special about Salt Lake City
Some people might have trouble living in an environment dominated by people of one faith (Mormons). Crime is high in certain parts of the city.
Climate and Physical Environment
Salt Lake City is at an average altitude of about 4,000 ft. The climate is characterized as that of the steppe, with cold winters and dry summers. Frequent snow storms come from the Pacific, combining with the Lake Effect from the Great Salt Lake to the city's west. Summers are hot and dry, the sun shines more often than not. The average January temp is in the low 30s whereas the average July temp is in the high 70s.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
A two-block section of downtown is being turned into the City Creek Center as a new hub for the arts. There are a number of performing arts companies for plays and dance. Music and the Spoken Word is the very popular weekly program of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. The University of Utah has the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and the Utah Museum of Natural History.
Crime
The crime rate index is in the mid 400's compared to the national average in the low 300's.
Medical Facilities
Salt Lake City has several major hospitals including the University of Utah Hospital.
Transportation
Salt Lake City International is a very large and convenient airport. Interstates 80 and 15. There is an extensive bus system, light rail, and a commuter rail line. There are also popular bike trails within the city.
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