Provo, Utah voted one of the safest places to live in U.S.
Not too long ago a major insurance corporation voted Provo as one of the safest places to live in U.S. cities with populations under 200,000. And today, residents and visitors alike fall in love with this vibrant city with its cultural and outdoor sports appeal. Those interested in Provo real estate will find a community based on strong family values with safe neighborhoods and an abundance of resources and programs all adding up to an enviable quality of life.
Provo Fast Facts
- Population: 107,036
- Median Household Income: $38,044
- Median Home Value: $190,800
- Data provided by Yahoo! Real Estate, Neighborhood Profiles, December 2007
- Provo is in the Mountain Standard Time Zone and observes Daylight Saving Time.
Travel and Transportation
The average commute time for Provo workers is 16 minutes. Provo has access to many transportation options including local bus travel, Amtrak and Greyhound Bus Lines. Air travel is accessible via the Salt Lake City International Airport.
Provo Employment
Major employers in the Provo area include Brigham Young University, Utah Valley Regional Medical Center, Novell, Provo School District, Utah County, MyFamily.com, Nuskin International, Provo City, Utah State Hospital, Central Utah Medical Center, Heritage Schools, Inc., McWane Inc., Online Investors Advantage, Prosper, Inc. and UHS of Provo Canyon.
Provo School Districts
The students of Provo are served by 26 public schools and five private schools. There are also five colleges and universities in the Provo area.
Provo Attractions
- Brigham Young University
- Daughters of Utah Provo Pioneer Museum
- Center Street Musical Theater
- Historic Provo Buildings Walking Tour
- Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum
- Provo Canyon Scenic Byway
- Seven Peaks Water Park
- Squaw Peak Lookout Point
- Utah Valley Symphony
- Historic Downtown Provo
Provo Parks and Recreation
- Brigham Young University
- Daughters of Utah Provo Pioneer Museum
- Center Street Musical Theater
- Historic Provo Buildings Walking Tour
- Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum
- Provo Canyon Scenic Byway
- Seven Peaks Water Park
- Squaw Peak Lookout Point
- Utah Valley Symphony
- Historic Downtown Provo