Living in Layton, UT
Layton is the 431st-largest city in the US, home to about 85,000 people in 2025. It has grown 4.3% since 2020. Prices across the metro area run close to the national average (100.3 on an index where the US is 100).
- Population, 2025
- 85,308+4.3% since 2020
- Median home value
- $477,7004.7 years of median income
- Median rent
- $1,538/morent plus utilities
- Household income
- $102,480median, per year
- Price level
- 100.3US average = 100
- January / July highs
- 37° / 92°lows 20° / 64°
- Average commute
- 23 min16% work from home
- State income tax
- 4.5%top rate, flat
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County: Davis County
Time zone: Mountain Time (UTC-7, UTC-6 in summer)
Elevation: about 4,350 ft
Metro area: Ogden, UT
Cost of living in Layton
The median home in Layton is worth $477,700 and the median household earns $102,480 a year, so a typical home costs about 4.7 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,538 a month, about 18% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Ogden, UT metro area at 100.3, with housing at 117.9 and goods at 96.4 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $75,300 here. Utah taxes wages at a top rate of 4.5% (a flat rate). The average combined state and local sales tax in Utah is 7.42%.
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Layton weather
Average highs run from 37°F in January to 92°F in July, and January nights average 20°F. It gets 26 inches of rain and melted snow a year and 23 inches of snow. Expect about 41 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Nights drop below freezing about 132 times a year. The most comfortable months are May to June and September.
Month-by-month weather and the best time to visit Layton
People and work
The median resident is 32.3 years old, and 37% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 72% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 23 minutes; 16% of workers work from home.
- Median age
- 32.366th youngest of 546
- Bachelor's or higher
- 37%adults 25+
- Homeowners
- 73%of households
- People per sq mile
- 3,78122.6 sq mi of land
- Take transit to work
- 1%1% walk, 0.4% bike
- Unemployment
- 2.8%2020-2024 average
- Poverty rate
- 8.1%of residents
- Typical home built
- 1993median year
Who moves to Layton, and where people go
From farther away, newcomers most often come from Las Vegas (Clark County), Phoenix (Maricopa County) and St. George (Washington County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to St. George (Washington County), Phoenix (Maricopa County) and Las Vegas (Clark County). See the map and full lists
IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.
Natural hazards, home prices and air quality
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
FEMA rating for Davis County, scored against every US county. Biggest risks: lightning, winter weather, strong wind, avalanche.
Home prices
+3.7% in a year
Up 33% over five years. FHFA house price index for the Ogden, UT area, 2026 Q2.
Air quality, 2025
56% good days
7 days unhealthy at least for sensitive groups. EPA daily air quality index for the Ogden-Clearfield, UT area (365 days measured).
FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.
Parks and sights near Layton
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- University of Utah 23 miles
- Weber State University 7 miles
- Salt Lake Community College 29 miles
- Nightingale College 22 miles
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Airports near Layton
| Airport | Distance | Passengers boarding in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Ogden-Hinckley Airport OGD | 9 mi | 15,582 |
| Salt Lake City International Airport SLC | 21 mi | 13,543,570 |
| Provo Municipal Airport PVU | 61 mi | 455,219 |
Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.
Colleges in and near Layton
| College | Distance | Undergrads | Net price a year | Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | 23 mi | 27,264 | $27,314 | 66% |
| Weber State University | 7 mi | 16,360 | $10,237 | n/a |
| Nightingale College | 22 mi | 5,986 | $35,059 | 21% |
| Westminster University | 25 mi | 823 | $22,516 | 64% |
US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.
Frost dates and fall color in Layton
Half the years, the last spring night at 32°F comes before April 29, so plant tender crops after that date or wait a week or two to be safer. Fall color depends on the trees, but the US Department of Agriculture says the brightest leaves come with warm, sunny days and cool nights, and that frost ruins vivid color. Here, cool 36°F nights usually start around October 7 and the first frost comes around October 20.
NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for Weber Basin Pump Plt 3, UT, median (50%) dates. All frost dates for Layton.
Wildfire smoke in Layton
From 2021 through 2025, a smoke plume covered Layton on about 56 days a year, including about 16 days of medium or heavy smoke. Smoke high overhead can turn sunsets red without reaching the ground, so check the air quality reading before you change plans.
NOAA Hazard Mapping System smoke analysis, daily satellite plumes over the city center, 2021 to 2025. Smoke days for every city.
Home internet in Layton
Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020-2024, table B28002, 27,779 households. Compare every city.
Public schools in Layton
Downtown Layton is in this district. Neighborhoods farther out may belong to a different one, so check the address with the district before you buy or rent.
| District | Grades | Students | Schools | Students per teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davis School District | Pre-K to 12 | 71,428 | 96 | 22.7 |
Other districts within 10 miles: Weber School District (32,054 students), Ogden School District (10,244 students), Morgan School District (3,185 students).
National Center for Education Statistics, school district boundaries and characteristics, 2024-25 school year.
Layton's twin cities
Cities at least 250 miles away with the closest match to Layton's weather month by month and its costs (price level, home values and rent).
- Coeur d'Alene, ID78% matchCompare
- Boise, ID75% matchCompare
- Colorado Springs, CO73% matchCompare
- Troy, MI72% matchCompare
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Stargazing near Layton
The nearest certified International Dark Sky Places:
Designations by DarkSky International as recorded in Wikidata (CC0). All dark sky places.
Ski resorts near Layton
- Snowbasin 9 miles
- Wolf Mountain 17 miles
- Powder Mountain 22 miles, 28,114 ft
- Canyons Resort 34 miles
Straight-line distance. All ski resorts.
Pros and cons of living in Layton
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Cities near Layton
| City | Distance | Population | Home value | Price level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogden, UT | 12 mi | 89,510 | $355,600 | 100.3 | Compare |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 27 mi | 218,428 | $539,500 | 100.9 | Compare |
| West Valley City, UT | 28 mi | 137,491 | $419,100 | 100.9 | Compare |
| West Jordan, UT | 34 mi | 116,812 | $492,500 | 100.9 | Compare |
| Sandy, UT | 34 mi | 92,386 | $614,100 | 100.9 | Compare |
| South Jordan, UT | 36 mi | 87,614 | $650,500 | 100.9 | Compare |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Layton a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The numbers show short commutes. Compare Layton side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.
What is the population of Layton?
The Census Bureau estimates Layton had 85,308 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 81,828 in April 2020 (+4.3%).
How much do you need to earn to live in Layton?
Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $75,300 in the Layton area. The median household here earns $102,480.
When is the best time to visit Layton?
By the 1991-2020 climate normals, May to June and September are the most comfortable months. July averages 92°F and January 37°F for daytime highs.
What county is Layton in?
Layton is in Davis County, Utah. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.
What time zone is Layton in?
Layton is on Mountain Time (UTC-7, or UTC-6 during daylight saving time from March to November).
What is the elevation of Layton?
About 4,350 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.
Does Utah have a state income tax?
Yes. Utah has a flat income tax with a top rate of 4.5% for 2026. Some cities add a local income tax, which is not included here.
Sources
Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of Layton. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Ogden, UT metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Weber Basin Pump Plt 3, UT station. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.