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City Name
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Region
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Area (km²)
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Population
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Cost of Living (Without Rent)
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Key Attractions
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Highlights
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Salt Lake City
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Salt Lake Valley
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286.7
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199,000
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$1,200 (single) / $4,000 (family)
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Temple Square, Great Salt Lake, Utah Olympic Park
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Gateway to Outdoor Adventures – Known for its proximity to world-class skiing, hiking, and national parks.
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Provo
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Utah Valley
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71.4
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116,000
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$1,050 (single) / $3,500 (family)
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Brigham Young University, Provo Canyon, Timpanogos Cave
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College Town – Home to Brigham Young University, Provo is a vibrant city with a strong focus on education and outdoor activities.
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Ogden
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Weber County
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112.6
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87,000
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$1,000 (single) / $3,400 (family)
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Ogden Nature Center, Historic 25th Street, Snowbasin Resort
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Historic Charm – A former railroad hub, Ogden offers a blend of Victorian architecture and access to ski resorts.
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St. George
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Southwestern Utah
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122.3
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95,000
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$1,200 (single) / $3,800 (family)
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Zion National Park, Snow Canyon State Park, Tuacahn Amphitheater
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Gateway to Zion – A city known for its stunning red rock scenery and proximity to Zion National Park.
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Park City
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Wasatch Back
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51.6
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8,400
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$1,500 (single) / $5,000 (family)
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Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley Resort, Historic Main Street
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Ski Resort Town – A top-tier skiing destination, Park City is also famous for hosting the Sundance Film Festival.
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Draper
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Salt Lake Valley
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48.8
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51,000
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$1,100 (single) / $3,600 (family)
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Draper City Park, Corner Canyon, Real Salt Lake Stadium
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Family-Friendly – Known for its outdoor parks and as a base for exploring nearby canyons and ski resorts.
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Lehi
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Utah Valley
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82.3
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71,000
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$1,050 (single) / $3,400 (family)
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Thanksgiving Point, Lehi Historic Main Street
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Tech Hub – Home to Silicon Slopes, Utah's tech industry hub, Lehi is a growing city with a focus on innovation.
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Bountiful
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Salt Lake Valley
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37.4
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44,000
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$1,050 (single) / $3,500 (family)
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Eaglewood Golf Course, Bountiful Ridge Trail
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Suburban Charm – A quiet suburb with great hiking trails and easy access to the city centre.
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Cedar City
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Southwestern Utah
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42.6
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35,000
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$950 (single) / $3,200 (family)
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Shakespeare Festival, Brian Head Resort, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
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Festival City – Known for its annual Utah Shakespeare Festival, Cedar City is also a gateway to Bryce Canyon.
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Logan
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Cache Valley
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45.6
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55,000
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$900 (single) / $2,950 (family)
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Logan Canyon, Utah State University, Bear Lake
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College Town – A charming city with a strong focus on outdoor recreation and a lively student atmosphere.
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Tooele
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Tooele Valley
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39.8
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36,000
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$900 (single) / $2,800 (family)
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Deseret Peak Wilderness Area, Tooele Valley Railway Museum
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Historical and Outdoor – Known for its history and proximity to the Great Salt Lake and several recreational areas.
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Spanish Fork
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Utah Valley
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43.9
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38,000
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$950 (single) / $3,100 (family)
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Spanish Fork River, Utah Lake, Salem Pond
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Family-Oriented – A small city known for its community events and proximity to outdoor activities like boating on Utah Lake.
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Murray
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Salt Lake Valley
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26.5
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49,000
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$1,000 (single) / $3,400 (family)
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Murray City Park, Mount Olympus Trail, Murray Theater
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Central Location – Known for its central location and excellent public transport options, making it easy to access Salt Lake City.
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American Fork
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Utah Valley
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38.6
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31,000
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$1,000 (single) / $3,300 (family)
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Timpanogos Cave National Monument, American Fork Canyon
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Scenic Views – A quiet city known for its beautiful mountain scenery and outdoor activities like hiking and camping.
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South Jordan
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Salt Lake Valley
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46.5
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75,000
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$1,100 (single) / $3,700 (family)
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The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, Daybreak Lake
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Growing Suburb – Known for its large new housing developments and family-friendly atmosphere.
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Orem
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Utah Valley
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47.8
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97,000
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$1,050 (single) / $3,400 (family)
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Scera Park, Provo Canyon, Orem Owlz Baseball
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Education Hub – A city focused on education with Utah Valley University and various family-friendly activities.
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