American Fork, UT
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 27,999 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Nestled beneath Mount Timpanogos, the city has a four-season climate.
Geography
This northern Utah city sits on the American Fork River, just north of Utah Lake.
Recreation
Fox Hollow Golf Course offers 18 holes of scenic Wasatch Mountain views.
Historical
Before more extensive settlement occurred in 1850, American Fork was a fur-trapping center.
Economy
The Utah Valley Business Park is home to companies such a Dentrix Dental Systems, Twin Labs, and Symantec.
| Population [details] | 27,999 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 80.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1207.49 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 33.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 34.31 °F/11.68 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 83.38 °F/51.46 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 22.80 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 61 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99.8 |
| State sales tax | 4.65% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Las Vegas (341.79 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SALT LAKE CITY INTERNATIONAL (30.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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