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Herriman, UT


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Herriman, Utah

Herriman, Utah, in Salt Lake county, is 8 miles SW of West Jordan, Utah (center to center) and 344 miles NE of Las Vegas, Nevada. Part of the surrounding Salt Lake City - Ogden metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Herriman is home to some 1,523 residents.

The People and Families of Herriman

In Herriman, about 74% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Herriman are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that the town tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this town.

The people of the town are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Herriman had a median family income of $57,404. The large segment of the population in Herriman with spending money keeps the town vital. Impressively, having a college education is normal in the town.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($225) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Herriman. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Herriman Housing

According to the 2000 census, 96% of the housing in Herriman was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the town have gone up relatively recently. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Herriman. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice town, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In Herriman, 88% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Herriman.

High Points

Herriman strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Utah):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyHerriman People in Middle Class or Better
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Herriman Public Transportation Use
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Herriman Low Rate of Poverty
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Herriman College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Herriman Median Family Income
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 14%Herriman Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Herriman, UT

Comparing Herriman to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Utah (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity54
Well-Paid Single Men45
Female Share of the Population11
Age of the Population13
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size107
Portion of People Married109

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty98
College Educated Adults98
Median Family Income98

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home96
Walking and Biking to Work74
Short Commute Times21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Rents59
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals11
People Living Alone12
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