What are the schools like in Millcreek, UT?

Millcreek is served primarily by Canyon Rim Academy. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 22.3:1.

What is the median household income in Millcreek?

The median household income in Millcreek, UT is $88,186 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.

What is the weather like in Millcreek, UT?

Millcreek has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 92.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 55.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Millcreek, UT affordable or expensive?

Millcreek's cost of living index is 99, where 100 represents the national average. This means Millcreek is 1% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $507,900 and the median rent is $1,351 per month.

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

Millcreek has a violent crime rate of 246.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1589.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Millcreek, UT a Good Place to Live?

Millcreek is a mid-sized city of 63,520 in Utah, with a median household income of $88,186 and a 4.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 99 (US average = 100), which is 1% below the national average.

Strengths: Millcreek stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Millcreek is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Millcreek 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: 98.8

Millcreek's overall cost of living index is 98.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Millcreek costs roughly 1% less than the average American city.

Metric	Millcreek, UT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$507,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,351	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$88,186	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Millcreek's violent crime rate is 246.7 per 100,000 residents — 35% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

246.7 /100k

Property Crime

1589.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Millcreek is served primarily by Canyon Rim Academy. The student-to-teacher ratio is 22.3:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Millcreek, UT	National Avg
School District	Canyon Rim Academy	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	22.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	51.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Millcreek sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 92.3°F in July, with 22.3 inches of annual precipitation and 55.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Millcreek, UT
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	92.3°F
Annual Precipitation	22.3"
Annual Snowfall	55.8"

Demographics

Metric	Millcreek, UT	National Avg
Population	63,520	—
Median Age	37.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.1%	18.9%
Asian	4.2%	6.3%
Under 18	20.9%	22.2%
65 and over	16.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Holladay, UT 2 mi South Salt Lake, UT 4 mi Murray, UT 4 mi Cottonwood Heights, UT 5 mi Midvale, UT 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Millcreek

Millcreek, UT is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

84109 84124

Millcreek vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Millcreek, UT affordable or expensive?

Millcreek's cost of living index is 99, where 100 is the national average. That makes Millcreek roughly 1% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $507,900 and median rent is $1,351/month.

What is the crime rate in Millcreek, UT?

Millcreek's violent crime rate is 246.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1589.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Millcreek?

Public schools in Millcreek are operated by Canyon Rim Academy. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 22.3:1. 51.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Millcreek, UT a good place to live?

Millcreek, UT has a population of 63,520, a median household income of $88,186, and an unemployment rate of 4.0%. 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 Millcreek?

Millcreek averages 39.5°F in January and 92.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.3 inches with about 55.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Millcreek?

Millcreek, UT is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 84109, 84124.

What is the population of Millcreek?

The population of Millcreek, Utah is 63,520 with a median age of 37.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Millcreek?

Key numbers for living in Millcreek: cost of living index 99 (100 = US average), median home $507,900, median household income $88,186, crime index 69 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Millcreek side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.