Emery County

UT · Pop. 142,258 · Suburban County

7Homestead Score

Emery County is a suburban county in UT with a population of approximately 142,258.

$/Acre: $3,485
Property Tax: 0.58%
Growing Season: 186 days
Broadband: 78%
Safety: 7/10
Density: 85.8/sq mi

Pros

Long growing season, Good internet

Cons

Limited amenities

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.58%
Local Sales Tax0.57%
Combined Sales Tax6.67%
Cost of Living Index97.2
Median Household Income$92,311
Poverty Rate8.5%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$3,485
Median Home Price$364K
Acres for Sale973
Building CodeBasic
Permit Required
Zoning TypeLimited Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size0.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7
Growing Season186 days
Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
Avg Summer High85°F
Avg Winter Low27°F
Soil TypeClay
Soil Quality7/10
Elevation3,210 ft
Top CropsCorn

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought4/10
Wildfire7/10
Tornado1/10
Flood4/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceSpring
Well Depth (avg)230 ft
Water AvailabilityAdequate
Solar (Avg PSH)6
Wind Potential5/10
Electric Rate$0.16/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceSome
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessYes

Safety

Violent Crime /100K151
Property Crime /100K207
Overall Safety7/10
Sheriff Response30 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital16.7 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities5

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage78%
Cell CoverageFair
Starlink Available
Nearest Town9 miles
Nearest City38 miles
School District6/10
Farmers Markets1
Public Land Nearby3%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.3%
Ag EconomyModerate