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Introduction to Park City, Utah
Park City, Utah, in Summit county, is located 18 miles E of Sandy, Utah (center to center) and is 349 miles W of Denver, Colorado. As of the year 2000 census, 7,371 people resided in Park City.
Park City History
Park City was settled in 1870 as a mining community. It nearly became a ghost town when the mines of the area penetrated the water table and were flooded. Skiing became largely popular in Park City in the 1950s. It was virtually destroyed in 1898 by fire. The town also experienced an explosion in 1902 in the Day West Mine, which killed 34 miners. It was partly located in Summit County, which was founded in 1854; and partly in Wasatch County, which was organized in 1862.
Park City and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Park City
Park City is home to many parks and playgrounds such as the South End City Park and Rotary Park. One can enjoy skiing at the Park City Ski Area. The Park City Museum provides absorbing insights into the history of this area. The North American Museum of Ancient Life, Wheeler Historic Farm, Old Deseret Village, and Utah Museum of Fine Arts are also worth visiting. The Deer Creek State Park, Wasatch Mountain State Park, and Jordanelle State Park are less than half an hour's drive away. One can shop at the Holiday Village Shopping Mall. Local festivals include Autumn Classics Music Festival, Sundance Film Festival, Kimball Arts Festival, and Utah Winterfest.
Park City Transportation
One can avail of flights from Salt Lake City International Airport.
Park City Higher Education
The University of Utah, Salt Lake Community College, and Brigham Young University offer courses for higher studies.
Park City strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Utah):
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| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 1% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 1% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 4% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Park City to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Utah (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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