What are the schools like in Ferron, UT?

Ferron is served primarily by Emery District. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.0:1.

What is the median household income in Ferron?

The median household income in Ferron, UT is $65,913 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.8%.

What is the weather like in Ferron, UT?

Ferron has an average high temperature of 36.5°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Ferron, UT affordable or expensive?

Ferron's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ferron is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $175,000 and the median rent is $603 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Ferron is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Ferron, UT a Good Place to Live?

Ferron is a small town of 1,360 in Utah, with a median household income of $65,913 and a 11.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Ferron stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Ferron 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: 87.1

Ferron's overall cost of living index is 87.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ferron costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ferron, UT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$175,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$603	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,913	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Ferron is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Ferron is served primarily by Emery District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.0:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ferron, UT	National Avg
School District	Emery District	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ferron sees average highs of 36.5°F in January and 88.8°F in July, with 8.6 inches of annual precipitation and 24.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ferron, UT
Average High — January	36.5°F
Average High — July	88.8°F
Annual Precipitation	8.6"
Annual Snowfall	24.6"

Demographics

Metric	Ferron, UT	National Avg
Population	1,360	—
Median Age	39.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.0%	22.2%
65 and over	16.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Clawson, UT 3 mi Orangeville, UT 10 mi Castle Dale, UT 11 mi Emery, UT 13 mi Huntington, UT 19 mi

ZIP Codes in Ferron

Ferron, UT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

84523

Ferron vs Other Cities

Ferron, UT vs Clawson, UT Ferron, UT vs Orangeville, UT Ferron, UT vs Castle Dale, UT Ferron, UT vs Emery, UT Ferron, UT vs Huntington, UT

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferron, UT affordable or expensive?

Ferron's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ferron roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $175,000 and median rent is $603/month.

What is the crime rate in Ferron, UT?

Crime data for Ferron is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Ferron?

Public schools in Ferron are operated by Emery District. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.0:1. 14.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ferron, UT a good place to live?

Ferron, UT has a population of 1,360, a median household income of $65,913, and an unemployment rate of 11.8%. 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 Ferron?

Ferron averages 36.5°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 8.6 inches with about 24.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ferron?

Ferron, UT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 84523.

What is the population of Ferron?

The population of Ferron, Utah is 1,360 with a median age of 39.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ferron?

Key numbers for living in Ferron: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $175,000, median household income $65,913, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ferron side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.