What are the schools like in Ephraim, UT?

Ephraim is served primarily by South Sanpete District. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.9:1.

What is the median household income in Ephraim?

The median household income in Ephraim, UT is $70,677 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.4%.

What is the weather like in Ephraim, UT?

Ephraim has an average high temperature of 36.2°F in January and 91.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.8 inches.

Ephraim, UT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ephraim, UT affordable or expensive?

Ephraim's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ephraim is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $341,600 and the median rent is $907 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ephraim, UT?

Ephraim has a violent crime rate of 126.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 349.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ephraim, UT a Good Place to Live?

Ephraim is a small town of 5,739 in Utah, with a median household income of $70,677 and a 8.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Ephraim stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ephraim is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ephraim city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.6

Ephraim's overall cost of living index is 93.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ephraim costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ephraim, UT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$341,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$907	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,677	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ephraim's violent crime rate is 126.1 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

126.1 /100k

Property Crime

349.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ephraim is served primarily by South Sanpete District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ephraim, UT	National Avg
School District	South Sanpete District	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	38.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ephraim sees average highs of 36.2°F in January and 91.2°F in July, with 11.7 inches of annual precipitation and 19.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ephraim, UT
Average High — January	36.2°F
Average High — July	91.2°F
Annual Precipitation	11.7"
Annual Snowfall	19.8"

Demographics

Metric	Ephraim, UT	National Avg
Population	5,739	—
Median Age	21.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.5%	18.9%
Asian	1.1%	6.3%
Under 18	25.8%	22.2%
65 and over	9.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Manti, UT 7 mi Wales, UT 9 mi Spring City, UT 10 mi Moroni, UT 12 mi Sterling, UT 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Ephraim

Ephraim, UT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

84627

Ephraim vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ephraim, UT affordable or expensive?

Ephraim's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ephraim roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $341,600 and median rent is $907/month.

What is the crime rate in Ephraim, UT?

Ephraim's violent crime rate is 126.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 349.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ephraim?

Public schools in Ephraim are operated by South Sanpete District. The district has 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.9:1. 38.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ephraim, UT a good place to live?

Ephraim, UT has a population of 5,739, a median household income of $70,677, and an unemployment rate of 8.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ephraim?

Ephraim averages 36.2°F in January and 91.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 11.7 inches with about 19.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ephraim?

Ephraim, UT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 84627.

What is the population of Ephraim?

The population of Ephraim, Utah is 5,739 with a median age of 21.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ephraim?

Key numbers for living in Ephraim: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $341,600, median household income $70,677, crime index 27 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ephraim side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.