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Tremonton, UT


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Tremonton, Utah

Introduction to Tremonton, Utah

Tremonton, Utah, in Box Elder county, is located 35 miles N of Ogden, Utah (center to center) and is 400 miles W of Denver, Colorado. The city has a population of 5,592.

Tremonton History

Tremonton was initially inhabited by the Shoshoni and Fremont Indians. The first white settlers arrived in 1888. John Petty was one of the first settlers of the area. The town site was laid out by Fred Nihart, John Shuman, and John Petty in 1903. It was named after Tremont, Illinois. However, some also believe that the city derived its name from a French term for three hills. The City of Tremonton was incorporated on May 6, 1918 and Charles McClure was its first mayor.

Tremonton and nearby Attractions

  • Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
  • Willard Bay State Park
  • Golden Spike National Historic Site
  • American West Heritage Center
  • Hyrum State Park

Things To Do In Tremonton

One can visit the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, Willard Bay State Park, and Hyrum State Park while in Tremonton. History buffs should visit the Golden Spike National Historic Site and American West Heritage Center. Local celebrations include the Box Elder County Fair & Golden Spike Rodeo, which is celebrated in the month of August; and the Tremonton City Days, held in the month of July.

Tremonton Transportation

Flights can be availed from Salt Lake City International Airport.

Tremonton Higher Education

Utah State University, Idaho State University, and Weber State University provide facilities for higher studies.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 16%Tremonton Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Tremonton Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Tremonton, UT

Comparing Tremonton 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 Old108
Male Share of the Population94
Racial Diversity69
Well-Paid Single Men37
Female Share of the Population27
Senior Citizens26
Well-Paid Single Women17
Age of the Population13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size106
Portion of People Married105

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income66
People Above Poverty54
People in Middle Class or Better55
College Educated Adults33

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home96
Short Commute Times88
Walking and Biking to Work78
Public Transportation Use34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes97
Housing Recently Built73
Affordability of Rents78
Seasonal and Vacation Housing75
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals28
People Living Alone16

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime86
Low Property Crime33

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