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Introduction to Midvale, Utah
Midvale, Utah, in Salt Lake county, is located 2 miles E of West Jordan, Utah (center to center) and is 353 miles NE of Las Vegas, Nevada. The people of the city are in the Salt Lake City - Ogden metropolitan area. Midvale has a population of 27,029.
Midvale History
Midvale was initially known as East Jordan Ward. It held historical significance as far as the southern Slavic settlement in Utah was concerned. The American Smelting and Refining Company attracted many Slavs to Midvale. With changes in industrial life a number of social and fraternal organizations sprung up in Midvale. The name of the community later changed to Midvale as it was a centrally located and was a thriving community.
Midvale and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Midvale
There are a number of tourist attractions and places of interest in and around Midvale. Visitors to the city can take a look around the Classic Skating and Waterslide Amusement Park. A visit to the Midvale City Museum is a nice way to spend a long afternoon as well. Junction Bowling Lanes is a place where you can enjoy yourself with your family. Shopping and entertainment options are available at the Jungle Jim’s Playland - Union Point Shopping Center in Midvale.
Midvale Transportation
One can avail flights from Salt Lake City International Airport.
Midvale Higher Education
University of Phoenix - Utah Campus, Salt Lake Community College, and University of Utah provide higher education in the area.
Midvale strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Utah):
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| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Comparing Midvale to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Utah (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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