What are the schools like in North Salt Lake, UT?

North Salt Lake is served primarily by Spectrum Academy. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in North Salt Lake?

The median household income in North Salt Lake, UT is $94,365 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in North Salt Lake, UT?

North Salt Lake has an average high temperature of 37.7°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 52.4 inches.

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

Q: Is North Salt Lake, UT affordable or expensive?

North Salt Lake's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Salt Lake is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $427,800 and the median rent is $1,507 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Salt Lake, UT?

North Salt Lake has a violent crime rate of 37.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 990.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Salt Lake, UT a Good Place to Live?

North Salt Lake is a small city of 21,875 in Utah, with a median household income of $94,365 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: North Salt Lake stands out for an affordable cost of living, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All North Salt Lake 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: 95.1

North Salt Lake's overall cost of living index is 95.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Salt Lake costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Salt Lake, UT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$427,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,507	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$94,365	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Salt Lake's violent crime rate is 37.9 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

37.9 /100k

Property Crime

990.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Salt Lake is served primarily by Spectrum Academy. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Salt Lake, UT	National Avg
School District	Spectrum Academy	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Salt Lake sees average highs of 37.7°F in January and 90.7°F in July, with 22.6 inches of annual precipitation and 52.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Salt Lake, UT
Average High — January	37.7°F
Average High — July	90.7°F
Annual Precipitation	22.6"
Annual Snowfall	52.4"

Demographics

Metric	North Salt Lake, UT	National Avg
Population	21,875	—
Median Age	33.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	82.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.2%	18.9%
Asian	5.2%	6.3%
Under 18	28.7%	22.2%
65 and over	10.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Woods Cross, UT 2 mi Bountiful, UT 3 mi West Bountiful, UT 4 mi Salt Lake City, UT 5 mi Centerville, UT 6 mi

ZIP Codes in North Salt Lake

North Salt Lake, UT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

84054

North Salt Lake vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Salt Lake, UT affordable or expensive?

North Salt Lake's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Salt Lake roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $427,800 and median rent is $1,507/month.

What is the crime rate in North Salt Lake, UT?

North Salt Lake's violent crime rate is 37.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 990.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Salt Lake?

Public schools in North Salt Lake are operated by Spectrum Academy. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 40.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Salt Lake, UT a good place to live?

North Salt Lake, UT has a population of 21,875, a median household income of $94,365, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. 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 North Salt Lake?

North Salt Lake averages 37.7°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.6 inches with about 52.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Salt Lake?

North Salt Lake, UT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 84054.

What is the population of North Salt Lake?

The population of North Salt Lake, Utah is 21,875 with a median age of 33.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Salt Lake?

Key numbers for living in North Salt Lake: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $427,800, median household income $94,365, crime index 25 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Salt Lake side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.