Salt Lake City, UT
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 179,868 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Salt Lake City is in northern Utah, on the southeast banks of the Great Salt Lake. It is nestled in a valley adjacent to the Wasatch Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
Temple Square, in downtown Salt Lake City, is a complex of buildings related to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is the site of the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle and Assembly Hall.
Recreation
The mountains around Salt Lake City are popular for skiers, hikers, and mountain bikers.
Historical
Salt Lake City was founded in 1847 by a group of Mormons led by Brigham Young.
Economy
Utah has one of the strongest state economies in the United States. Some of the fastest growing sectors are health care, computer networking, and retail.
| Population [details] | 179,868 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 73.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 325.76 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 38.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 35.62 °F/11.76 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 88.2 °F/53 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 18.46 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 292 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99.8 |
| State sales tax | 4.65% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Las Vegas (356.44 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SALT LAKE CITY INTERNATIONAL (5.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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