Richfield, UT

Utah

Richfield is a small city in Utah with a population of 8,173. Residents earn $77,847 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,173 Population 1,322/sq mi density
$77,847 Median Income $28,690 per capita
$287,500 Home Value $323,278 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
79 Violent Crime/100K 3,772 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,847 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$287,500 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
79 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,847
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $287,500
2% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 79/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,173
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density1,322/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,847
Per Capita$28,690
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$131M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$287,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,278

Crime

F
Violent79/100K
Property3,772/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault66/100K
Burglary477/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation5,341 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute13 min
EV Stations9

Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richfield receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Richfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richfield is $77,847, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richfield is $287,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Richfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,772 per 100,000, 92% above the national average.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Richfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 17.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Richfield has a population of 8,173 with a density of 1,322 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

8,173
Total Population
1,322
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richfield is $77,847, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Richfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,847
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,690
Avg Weekly Wage$691
IRS Avg AGI$51,744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)62
County GDP$131M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,933
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Richfield is $287,500, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,278.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$287,500
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,278

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied68.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,933
45% below US avg
Effective Rate0.67%
In Richfield, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.3%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate71.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.3/10
Exercise Access11.8%
Richfield has a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,772 per 100,000 (92% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent79.4/100K
79% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery13.2/100K
Assault66.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,772.3/100K
92% above US avg
Burglary476.5/100K
Theft3,150.2/100K
Vehicle Theft145.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Richfield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.8 inches
79% below US avg
Snowfall17.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,341 ft (1,628 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density1,322/sq mi
Coordinates38.7613°N, 112.0930°W
County FIPS49031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.7%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 78.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.82
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,322/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations11
Restaurants6
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Work from Home9.9%

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