Best Suburbs Near Provo, Utah

Provo, Utah, is a thriving city of 116,000-plus residents. Tucked between a beautiful mountain range and Utah Lake, the city is full of natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor activities, especially in winter. In addition, Provo is home to Brigham Young University as well as some fabulous museums, such as the BYU Museum of Paleontology and the Bean Life Science Museum. With plenty to do and see, it’s no wonder Provo is considered one of the best places to retire in Utah! If you want to live near this mountain city, look no further. We’ve compiled a list of its 10 best suburbs.

10. Vineyard

• Population: 10,052
• Median Home Value: $402,700
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 21 minutes
• School Ranking: B+
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 452
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 44

Located along Utah Lake, Vineyard offers residents pleasant morning hikes along Utah Lake Shore Trail and family outings at Vineyard Beach. Although its population is small, Vineyard still has all the amenities you’d expect, such as parks, restaurants and places of worship. What’s more, the city of Provo is a mere eight miles away to the southeast, so big city fun is never far. Find your new home in Vineyard!

9. Lehi

• Population: 66,037
• Median Home Value: $318,000
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 24 minutes
• School Ranking: B+
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 694
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 59

Lehi is the sixth oldest city in Utah and now one of the fastest growing in the country. Sitting just north of Utah Lake, Lehi is also surrounded by the Wasatch and Oquirrh mountains, making for picturesque living. From its historic district and the Museum of Natural Curiosity to plenty of restaurants and shopping plazas, there’s plenty to do and see here. Look for your home in Lehi!

8. Mapleton

• Population: 10,168
• Median Home Value: $390,100
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 24 minutes
• School Ranking: B+
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 56
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 1

Mapleton is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Provo. Bordered by the foothills of Spanish Fork Peak (Maple Mountain), Mapleton has all the mountain views you could desire. Much of Mapleton’s land is still undeveloped, making it a great choice for those wanting to live in a small town and watch it grow over time. Known for being friendly and welcoming, Mapleton awaits you. Take a look at the homes available here.

7. Orem

• Population: 97,828
• Median Home Value: $247,100
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 18 minutes
• School Ranking: B+
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 1,827
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 69

With nearly 100,000 residents, Orem is the largest city on our list by far. There’s no shortage of things to do here; whether you’re checking out the Woodbury Art Museum, catching a show at the SCERA Center for Arts or skating at Classic Skating & Fun Center, you’re guaranteed to have a great day. If you want to branch out from the plethora of restaurants and shopping plazas here, Orem is a mere five miles away from Provo and about 45 miles from Salt Lake City. Browse the homes available in Orem!

6. Cedar Hills

• Population: 10,217
• Median Home Value: $356,700
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 25 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 702
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 22

Cedar Hills is located approximately 16 miles north of Provo. Located along the foothills of Mahogany Mountain and the American Fork River, Cedar Hills is full of natural beauty. Filled with parks, places of worship, shopping opportunities and a great education system, Cedar Hills is a great place to call home. Your new home in Cedar Hills is waiting for you!

5. American Fork

• Population: 32,519
• Median Home Value: $265,400
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 21 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 702
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 22

Located about 14 miles north of Provo, American Fork has mountains to its east and west and Utah Lake to its south. In addition to mountain hiking, folks here enjoy plenty of other outdoor activities including golfing and visiting the numerous local parks. Another city highlight is the Steel Days festival, which features nearly a week-long carnival that’s fun for the whole family. Find your dream home in American Fork!

4. Pleasant Grove

• Population: 38,428
• Median Home Value: $268,600
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 22 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 424
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 29

Pleasant Grove is approximately 13 miles north of Provo. True to its name, Pleasant Grove is about as pleasant as it comes! Big on community, residents here can enjoy concerts in the park, the annual Strawberry Days festival and plenty of hiking trails. Be sure to check out the Battle Creek Falls Trail Head for picturesque views. Take a look at the homes available in Pleasant Grove!

3. Alpine

• Population: 10,504
• Median Home Value: $541,800
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 26 minutes
• School Ranking: A
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 906
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 89

As you’d expect from a city named Alpine, this suburb is tucked away at the base of the Wasatch mountain range. Nature lovers will love to explore and hike the wide variety of parks and trails, whether in the foothills of the mountain range or in the city proper. In addition to plenty of restaurants and places of worship, Alpine is home to a top-notch education system. Browse the homes available in Alpine!

2. Highland

• Population: 19,183
• Median Home Value: $536,100
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 21 minutes
• School Ranking: A
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 970
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 95

Located just south of Alpine is Highland. Golf enthusiasts will love the multiple golf courses here, all with a beautiful mountain backdrop. Highland hosts several community events every year, from the summer Highland Fling to the Christmas Craft Day in winter. Your new Highland home is just around the corner!

1. Draper

• Population: 48,319
• Median Home Value: $435,200
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 24 minutes
• School Ranking: A
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 976
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 84

Draper takes the top spot among Provo suburbs. Located about 29 miles north of Provo and 20 miles south of downtown Salt Lake City, Draper is strategically placed between the two cities. The community here emphasizes outdoor spaces and recreation, which can be enjoyed across more than 100 miles of cycling, hiking and equestrian trails. Toward the northern side of the suburb, residents can have fun at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium and All Star Bowling & Entertainment. Discover your new home in Draper!

Additional Suburbs

Suburb	Pop.	Median Home Value	Mean Travel to Work	School Rank	Property Crimes	Violent Crimes
Lindon	10,970	$381,800	18 minutes	B+	1,728	169
Spanish Fork	39,961	$244,100	22 minutes	B	352	12
Salem	8,469	$319,400	24 minutes	B	69	1
Bluffdale	14,699	$442,300	26 minutes	B	177	13
Saratoga Springs	31,393	$320,100	32 minutes	B	226	32
Eagle Mountain	35,616	$254,600	35 minutes	B	2,942	288
Benjamin	1,145	$513,988	23 minutes	B	716	70
Springville	33,104	$240,100	21 minutes	B-	627	23
Payson	19,826	$217,400	21 minutes	B-	318	10
Nephi	6,111	$186,100	24 minutes	B-	100	9
Santaquin	12,274	$225,900	26 minutes	C+	114	4

NewHomeSource pulled data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Services and the U.S. Census Bureau. In the event exact crime data was unavailable, estimates were used. These factors were entered into an algorithm to calculate a score for each suburb.