La Verkin, UT
Full City Profile · Utah · Washington County County
La Verkin, UT
At a Glance
How La Verkin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Verkin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Verkin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Verkin residents earn a median household income of $63,061 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,945. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,256 business establishments, including 474 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Verkin is $366,500 , 30% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $433,938. Median rent is $1,316/month, with 33.4% 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 1995.
Safety & Crime
La Verkin reports 22 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,081/100K.
Education
22.4% of adults in La Verkin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Verkin has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.