Looking to move to a small town in Utah to escape the hustle and bustle? Selling your home and starting anew in a different city can be challenging. If your reasons for making a move include looking for more land, potential lower taxes, a bigger house for less cost, lower crime and more peace and quiet then a small town in Utah might be for you. All nine of the best small towns in Utah we discuss today boast a population of less than 6,000 people and history, charm and beauty as well.
Panguitch, Utah
This rural town boasts the stunning beauty of a Utah valley, surrounded by majestic peaks and lakes. The area is frequented by trout fishers as the nearby lakes and rivers are abundant with rainbow trout year-round. The downtown area has held on to the historic charm in Panguitch, settled in the 1860’s by pioneers, with it’s red-brick buildings.
With less-than 2,000 residents and lower-than-average house prices, Panguitch is a small town in Utah that boasts great fishing and close proximity to National Parks like nearby Bryce’s Canyon.
– Panguitch City Data Population in 2017: 1,688 (100% rural)
– Median resident age: 35.1
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $50,081
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $158,385
– Mean price in 2017 on all housing units: $207,893
Springdale, Utah
Set just outside of Zion National Park, Springdale has both the charm of a small town but the bustle and adventure of being at the gateway to the fourth most visited national park in America.
Springdale is an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts with an abundance of options for hiking, rock climbing and biking.
With a year-round population of 592 the town still boasts a variety of places for dining and entertainment for the tourists that descend each summer. Another point in Springdales favor: The city was named one of the 20 ‘prettiest towns‘ in the United States by Forbes Traveler in 2008.
– Springdale City Data Population in 2017: 592 (100% rural)
– Median resident age: 63.3
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,319
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $454,968
– Mean price in 2017 on all housing units: $319,077
Garden City, Utah
A popular summer resort town, Garden City sits on the picturesque shores of Bear Lake and boasts the nickname the “Caribbean of the Rockies.” With the blue waters of Bear Lake and the miles of sandy shoreline Garden City is a quaint city with plenty of things to do in the summer. The area is also known for its abundant raspberries and holds a raspberry festival each August.
– Garden City, City Data Population in 2017:596 (100% rural)
– Median resident age: 31.2
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $60,919
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $236,131
– Mean price in 2017 on all housing units: $320,685
Huntsville, Utah
Located in Weber County, Huntsville is a small city of just 637 residents but only a 25 minute drive to the much larger city of Ogden. This beautiful valley comes alive in the autumn and is a great spot for leaf peepers and photographers. During winter months you’ll have close access to one of America’s oldest ski resorts, the Snowbasin Resort.
– Huntsville City Data Population in 2017: 637 (100% rural)
– Median resident age: 39.9
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $72,367
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $293,825
– Mean price in 2017 on all housing units: $482,097
Spring City, Utah
This small city in Sanpete county has roots that go back to the mid-1800’s when it was first settled by Mormon pioneers. The stone buildings still stand today and are part of the reason why Spring City is on the map of Historic Places National Registry. This largely farming community has lower house prices than average in the state of Utah and is named after the spring in the center of the city that runs year-round.
– Sprint City, City Data Population in 2017: 1,045 (100% rural)
– Median resident age: 37.7
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,739
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $212,209
– Mean pries in 2017 on all housing units: $242,953
Mount Pleasant
Another historic city in Utah, Mount Pleasant, with a population of just over 3,000, is one of Sanpete county’s three biggest cities. Located near forested mountains and fields of farmlands, this lovely city is a great spot for people looking to spend less on a new home with house prices less than the average for the state of Utah. The city has grown steadily in recent years and boasts both the nostalgia of its founding seen in buildings such as the Carnegie Library and conveniences of today in multiple grocery stores and dining options.
– City Data Population in 2017: 3,418 (99% urban, 1% rural)
– Median resident age: 32.3
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $50,235
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $201,213
– Mean price in 2017 on all housing units: $185,341
Kanab
The southern Utah city of Kanab sits just north of the Arizona border. The city has also been called “Little Hollywood” due to the amount of filming for TV and movies that have taken place there. If you’ve seen the Lone Ranger or the original Planet of the Apes then you’ve seen footage of this small Utah city. Located in Kane County, is perfect for the outdoorsy type and is situated near 4 national parks and multiple national monuments.
– Kanab City Data Population in 2017: 4,687 (73% urban, 27% rural)
– Median resident age: 45.5
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $52,510
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $186,165
– Mean price in 2017 on all housing units: $238,610
Midway
Situated in Wasatch County, the city of Midway has a population of less than 6,000 but remains within a short driving distance to both Park City and Salt Lake City. The Swiss heritage of this city can be seen throughout the architecture and art on the buildings giving Midway a one-of-a-kind ambiance in the state of Utah. Located in prime skiing country in the winter and with Deer Creek Dam and Reservoir for boating in the summer, the city has something to offer year-round.
– Midway City Data Population in 2017: 5,093 (92% urban, 8% rural)
– Median resident age: 36
– Estimated median household income in 2017: $76,348
– Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $407,827
Moab
Moab boasts a scenery of red rock and stunning natural rock arches with nearby national parks drawing visitors each year. If you enjoy mountain biking and hiking then this small city is a great locale for you. Located in southeastern Utah you can expect hot summer temperatures and cold winters with little chance for snow. Lower than average house prices and a small population of less than 6,000 makes Moab a great choice for moving to a small city in Utah.