Utah Has Some Of The Fastest Growing Cities In The U.S.

While the U.S. might be seeing a bit of a slowdown in population growth overall, don't tell Utah that because it's buzzing with growth, especially in its cities. If you're thinking about where the action is, let's zoom in on Utah because it seems like everyone else is.

Take Provo-Orem, for instance. This area isn't just growing; it's booming. With a population spike of 15.7% from 2017 to 2022, Provo-Orem is showing us how it's done, reaching a projected population of 714,454 in 2022. That places it at the 83rd spot out of 387 cities surveyed. But it's not just about more people moving in. The job market is thriving too, with employment jumping by 17.3% during the same period. And if you're wondering about the housing market, median home values shot up by a staggering 65.6% from 2018 to 2022. It's clear that Provo-Orem is on an upward trajectory.

Not to be outdone, St. George is also making headlines for its growth, boasting a population increase of 19.3% within the same timeframe. Expected to hit a population of 197,680 in 2022, St. George is not just growing; it's flourishing, ranking 226th among the cities evaluated. Jobs? They've got them, with a 21.8% employment surge that's hard to beat. And homes in St. George? They've appreciated by 68.8% from 2018 to 2022. Talk about a hot market!

Then there's Ames, Iowa, which, while not in Utah, deserves a shoutout for its impressive 29.5% population growth. But focusing back on Utah, it's evident that the state is a magnet for growth, offering economic opportunities, quality of life, and increasingly valuable real estate. Whether it's the allure of the great outdoors, the strong job market, or the sense of community, Utah's cities like Provo-Orem and St. George are places where people aren't just moving to but thriving.