Scipio, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Scipio is a small town in Utah with a population of 435. Residents earn $82,292 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
435 Population 418/sq mi density
$82,292 Median Income $30,933 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,292 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,292
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population435
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density418/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,292
Per Capita$30,933
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$895M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Elevation5,304 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute32 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Scipio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scipio receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Scipio stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scipio is $82,292, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scipio is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Scipio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Scipio has a population of 435 with a density of 418 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

435
Total Population
418
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Scipio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scipio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scipio is $82,292, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Scipio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,292
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,933
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$74,295

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$895M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare19
Retail34
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scipio is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

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-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Scipio, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Scipio has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,304 ft (1,617 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density418/sq mi
Coordinates39.2491°N, 112.1044°W
County FIPS49023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 11.3%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.82
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density418/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants27
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home1.0%

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