Fastest-growing family metro in the Mountain West. Median home price runs about $548K with an effective property tax near 0.57% — roughly $3,124/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Provo
Median home price
$548K
Effective property tax
0.57%
Tax friendliness
6/10
Winter mildness
5/10
Summer comfort
7/10
Walkability
5/10
Outdoor access
9/10
Culture & food
5/10
Healthcare
10/10
Airport connectivity
5/10
Schools
8/10
Safety
8/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
7/10
Growth trajectory
10/10
Who it fits: outdoor-first households, anyone prioritizing healthcare, families weighing schools, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: