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Washington Terrace, Utah

Introduction to Washington Terrace, Utah

Washington Terrace, Utah, in Weber county, is located 3 miles S of Ogden, Utah (center to center) and is 381 miles W of Denver, Colorado. The city is in the Salt Lake City - Ogden area. There are 8,551 residents in Washington Terrace.

Washington Terrace History

Washington Terrace was originally a temporary military housing project which was established during the World War II. It was founded in 1942. George Herman Van Leeuwen played a major role in securing the land from the government. He was also the President of the Board of Directors. In fact, the city was once proposed to be named as VanLeeuwenville. The city is located in Weber County, which was created in 1852.

Washington Terrace and nearby Attractions

  • Roy Historical Museum
  • Fort Buenaventura
  • Eccles Dinosaur Park
  • Ogden Union Station Museums
  • Great Salt Lake State Park
  • Pioneer Village

Things To Do In Washington Terrace

Washington Terrace offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. History buffs should visit the Roy Historical Museum, Ogden Union Station Museums, Fort Buenaventura, and Pioneer Village. There are several parks in the city including the Southview Park and Rohmer Park. One can also plan a day trip to the Great Salt Lake State Park, Willard Bay State Park, East Canyon State Park, and Antelope Island State Park.

Washington Terrace Transportation

Salt Lake City International Airport is less than an hour's drive away.

Washington Terrace Higher Education

Weber State University, Utah State University, and University of Utah provide programs for higher studies.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 10%Washington Terrace Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 11%Washington Terrace Racial Diversity
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Washington Terrace Low Violent Crime
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 16%Washington Terrace Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Washington Terrace, UT

Comparing Washington Terrace 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 Old105
Male Share of the Population72
Racial Diversity69
Senior Citizens610
Well-Paid Single Men49
Female Share of the Population49
Well-Paid Single Women310
Age of the Population28

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size82
Portion of People Married71

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty65
People in Middle Class or Better66
Median Family Income55
College Educated Adults44

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times88
Public Transportation Use78
Working at Home62
Walking and Biking to Work34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes86
Affordability of Rents55
Housing Recently Built42
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
People Living Alone39
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals28

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime99
Low Property Crime55
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