Ephraim, UT

Utah

Ephraim is a small city in Utah with a population of 5,805. Residents earn $71,661 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,805 Population 1,134/sq mi density
$71,661 Median Income $24,319 per capita
$405,600 Home Value
$911 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
46 Violent Crime/100K 1,061 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$71,661 median income, 6.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$405,600 home value, $911/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
46 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,661
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $405,600
44% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 46/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.5%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $911
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

How Ephraim Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,805
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density1,134/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,661
Per Capita$24,319
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$1,506M
Commute15 min

Housing

B
Home Value$405,600
Rent$911
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent46/100K
Property1,061/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault46/100K
Burglary246/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation5,557 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.5%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 15%
Commute15 min
Libraries6

Is Ephraim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ephraim receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Ephraim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ephraim is $71,661, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ephraim is $405,600, 44% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $911 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ephraim is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,061 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ephraim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ephraim has a population of 5,805 with a density of 1,134 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

5,805
Total Population
1,134
People / sq mi
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ephraim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ephraim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ephraim is $71,661, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Ephraim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,661
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,319
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$62,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)743
County GDP$1,506M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare63
Retail77
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,898
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ephraim is $405,600, 44% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $911 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$405,600
44% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$911
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,898
17% below US avg
Effective Rate0.71%
In Ephraim, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ephraim vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death7,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access51.9%
Healthcare Facilities63
Ephraim has a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,061 per 100,000 (46% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Ephraim vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent46.1/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault46.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,060.6/100K
46% below US avg
Burglary245.9/100K
Theft783.9/100K
Vehicle Theft30.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ephraim has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,557 ft (1,694 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density1,134/sq mi
Coordinates39.3562°N, 111.5847°W
County FIPS49039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 67.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.5%
26% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.82
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,134/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants41
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

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