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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Zoey Hernandez

Living in Provo -the reality

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Thoughts? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

6 replies 41 upvotes living
Avery Garcia

First time home buyer in Provo

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 12 months ago and Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Household incomes average around $62,800 in Provo. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right sp...

1 replies 28 upvotes housing
Avery Garcia

Internet providers in Provo?

I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,152 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. ...

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Kayden

Healthcare options in Provo?

First post here. Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low.

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Joshua P.

Is Provo walkable?

I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $437,100 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new devel...

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Isabella G.

Raising a family in Provo -thoughts?

Hey, You can expect to pay around $1,152 for rent here. Household incomes average around $62,800 in Provo. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for bett...

0 replies 29 upvotes living
Natalie M.

Is it worth buying in Provo?

I'm a 37-year-old restaurant manager and Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. Median household income is $62,800, which feels about average for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this? ...

1 replies 38 upvotes housing
Easton Lewis

Moving to Provo with kids -good idea?

Hello, I'm originally from Kansas City and Median household income is $62,800, which feels about average for the area.

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David M.

Worst things about living in Provo

Look, I love Provo, but let's be real about the downsides: Summer heat is intense Job market is niche Not much to complain about honestly Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

2 replies 29 upvotes best-worst
Isabella G.

Pros and cons of Provo after 9 years

Alright, Born and raised here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Ezra D.

Moving to Provo for work -advice?

Anyone else feel this way? Does this match your experience? TIA! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

2 replies 7 upvotes moving
Aria Diaz

Moving from Phoenix to Provo next month

Curious what people think. Homes are going for about $437,100 on average. With a population of 114K, Provo is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What would you do? Thanks for...

0 replies 28 upvotes moving
Serenity Moore

Is it worth buying in Provo?

Curious what people think. Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $437,100 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of comm...

3 replies 45 upvotes housing
Kenneth H.

Job market in Provo — what industries are hiring?

I'm in education and considering a move to Provo, UT. How's the job market there? The unemployment rate shows 3.4% which seems pretty good. But what does it actually look like on the ground? Is it easy to network and find opportunities?

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Aaron Sanders

Is it worth buying in Provo?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Nigh...

1 replies 10 upvotes housing
Rylee Morales

Working remotely from Provo

Hello, Median household income is $62,800, which feels about average for the area. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Piper P.

Cost of living reality check -Provo

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Provo sits at 115.2 per 100K. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. With a population of 114K, Provo is a mid-size city. It's changing fast -some good, so...

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Isaac Jimenez

The good and bad of living in Provo

Hey folks, The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Rylee Morales

Things that make Provo unique

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance! Honestly, I think it's a great place if yo...

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Jacob

Life in Provo as a young professional

OK so I'm a college student here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Any advice would be great. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the ri...

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Serenity Moore

Best industries in Provo right now

The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $437,100, which is pretty steep. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in ...

2 replies 43 upvotes jobs
Aaron Sanders

Commute times in Provo -how bad?

Hi all, Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. Median household income is $62,800, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not...

1 replies 39 upvotes jobs
Dominic Lewis

Life in Provo as a young professional

Hey, I'm a remote worker and It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Leah Hall

Career opportunities in Provo, UT

OK so Rent is about $1,152/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. With a population of 114K, Provo is a mid-size city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly....

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Avery Garcia

Is Provo walkable?

Hello, Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Provo sits at 115.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $62,800 in Provo. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Should I be concerned? The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a hug...

2 replies 4 upvotes qa
eva_heart

Living in Provo -the reality

First post here. Just moved here 11 months ago and The median home value here is around $437,100, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough duri...

0 replies 56 upvotes living
Miles Cook

Raising a family in Provo -thoughts?

First post here. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Provo? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The fo...

30 replies 14 upvotes living
Aaron Sanders

Is Provo walkable?

It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Homes are going for about $437,100 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I overthinking this? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved ...

15 replies 46 upvotes qa
Rylee Morales

Anyone else love living in Provo?

Longtime lurker here, My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public tran...

14 replies 25 upvotes living
Nova Collins

Cost of living reality check -Provo

Alright, Military spouse here. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

0 replies 16 upvotes housing
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