Best Places to Live in St. George Metro Area, Utah

The St. George, UT metropolitan area is a stunning and vibrant region. Known for its natural beauty, the nearby Zion National Park offers locals the opportunity to explore its breathtaking canyons and take part in activities such as camping, hiking, rock climbing and picnicking. Perched atop St. George's city square lies Pioneer Hall where visitors can marvel at its impressive architecture or admire art pieces from local artists. For those looking to stay close to home there are plenty of shopping opportunities available as well as attractions like Dixie Red Hills Golf Course or The Children’s Museum of Southern Utah which offer enjoyable experiences for all ages. Quality educational institutions are available throughout the area including prestigious universities like Dixie State University or Snow College which provide students with necessary skills for their studies. An array of businesses from diverse industries such as healthcare, manufacturing and retail provide locals with plenty of job opportunities while affordable housing options make it an attractive option for anyone looking to settle down in a safe environment. Small resort town - Extreme southwest Utah, near Arizona and Nevada borders.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in St. George Metro Area is 3.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. St. George Metro Area jobs have increased by 3.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, St. George Metro Area's cost of living is 10.4% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare St. George Metro Area's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, October and April are the most pleasant months in the St. George metro area, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, the St. George metro area remained overwhelmingly Republican, 73.8% to 22.5%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

St. George Metro Area's population is 176,533 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 16.1%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 18.1 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in St. George Metro Area is Real Estate: $491,400. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 7.9%.

SCHOOLS

St. George Metro Area public schools spend $8,242 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 22.4 students per teacher in St. George Metro Area. More Education

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Housing Market in St. George

It's a good time to buy in St. George. Home Appreciation is up 7.9% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in St. George is $491,400.

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