Palmyra, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Palmyra is a small town in Utah with a population of 346. Residents earn $92,857 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
346 Population 52/sq mi density
$92,857 Median Income $35,892 per capita
$583,300 Home Value
$1,500 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$92,857 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$583,300 home value, $1,500/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,857
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $583,300
107% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population346
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,857
Per Capita$35,892
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$47,943M
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$583,300
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation4,531 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute34 min
Libraries15

Is Palmyra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmyra receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Palmyra offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmyra is $92,857, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmyra is $583,300, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Palmyra experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 66.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Palmyra has a population of 346 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

346
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmyra is $92,857, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Palmyra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,857
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,892
Avg Weekly Wage$1,205
IRS Avg AGI$93,254

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)22,527
County GDP$47,943M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,053
Healthcare1,855
Retail2,077
Manufacturing656

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,735
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmyra is $583,300, 107% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$583,300
107% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above 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-Occupied68.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,735
7% above US avg
Effective Rate0.64%
In Palmyra, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 14.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking8.9%
Physical Inactivity14.0%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death5,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,855

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Palmyra has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall66.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,531 ft (1,381 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.2 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates40.1342°N, 111.6930°W
County FIPS49049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.82
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,855
Restaurants1,053
Retail Stores2,077

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home4.6%

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