Cottonwood Heights, UT
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Cottonwood Heights, UT
At a Glance
How Cottonwood Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cottonwood Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cottonwood Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cottonwood Heights residents earn a median household income of $116,583 , which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,103. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 67,066 business establishments, including 2,569 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cottonwood Heights is $641,900 , 128% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $778,589. Median rent is $1,697/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Cottonwood Heights reports 88 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,621/100K. The murder rate is 3.2/100K.
Education
52.8% of adults in Cottonwood Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% above the national average). 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cottonwood Heights has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.