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Hyrum, Utah

Introduction to Hyrum, Utah

Hyrum, Utah is located 29 miles N of Ogden, Utah (center to center) and is 383 miles W of Denver, Colorado. It is in Cache County. The population of the city is 6,316.

Hyrum History

The community of Hyrum is located in Cache County. The name of the area was suggested by David Osborn. It was named in honor of the Mormon Prophet, Joseph’s brother. At that time, there were plans to build another city which was supposed to be named Joseph. Both the towns were supposed to be named in honor of Joseph, who was the Mormon prophet, as well as his brother Hymn. However, the city of Joseph was never established.

Hyrum and nearby Attractions

  • American West Heritage Center
  • Willard Bay State Park
  • Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge
  • Golden Spike National Historic Site
  • Bear Lake State Park
  • Ogden Union Station Museums

Things To Do In Hyrum

While in Hyrum, one can visit places like Cache Valley Fun Park, Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, and Logan Aquatic Center, that offers many facilities for recreation. The history buffs may visit museums such as Ogden Union Station Museums and American West Heritage Center, which provide absorbing insights into the history of the area. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is the local church. The book lovers can visit Hyrum City Library and browse through a lot of reading materials that are available.

Hyrum Transportation

Salt Lake City International Airport is located nearby.

Hyrum Higher Education

The nearby institutions offering courses in higher education are Utah State University, Salt Lake Community College, and Weber State University.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%Hyrum Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Hyrum, UT

Comparing Hyrum 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 Population108
Racial Diversity37
Female Share of the Population13
Well-Paid Single Men12
Senior Citizens12
Age of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size109
Portion of People Married108

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty76
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income55
People in Middle Class or Better45

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home108
Short Commute Times66
Walking and Biking to Work67
Public Transportation Use12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes98
Housing Recently Built96
Affordability of Rents67
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals15
People Living Alone12
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