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North Ogden.
About
Life in North Ogden
If you're considering North Ogden, understand that this is a growing family-oriented suburb sitting at the base of Ben Lomond Peak in Weber County, about three miles north of Ogden proper—close enough to the city for job access, far enough to feel like your own community. The housing market here reflects Utah's appeal: median homes run around $476,600, and with a median household income hitting $113,722, most people who settle here are managing the affordability better than they would in Salt Lake City proper, though you're still paying for that proximity and the mountain views. Jobs exist locally and throughout the Ogden-Clearfield metro area, with an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.6%, and your average commute clocks in around 25.5 minutes—reasonable if you're working within the region, though longer if Salt Lake City is your destination.
North Ogden at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
33.1 yrs
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Foreign-Born
2.9%
Broadband Internet
95.9%
of households
Population Growth
+3.9%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics2.9% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in North Ogden: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In North Ogden, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (37.1%), and 4.4% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
31.2%
of residents
65 and Older
13.0%
of residents
Households with Kids
46.8%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
15.5%
of households
Married Couples
69.7%
of households
Avg Household Size
3.23
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 9% above UT average
Rent, home values, and income in North Ogden
In North Ogden, rent runs 9% above the UT average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
48.6%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
18.8%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
100.3
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$2,848
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
86.5%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1993
median year built
Vacant Homes
3.2%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $522,651 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for UT
Unemployment in North Ogden and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Weber County, which includes North Ogden, is close to the UT average.
Unemployment rate
North Ogden: Weber County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Weber County (county-wide) · Annual averages
What North Ogden Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Ogden-Clearfield, UT metro area
Commute24.7 min avg
How North Ogden residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In North Ogden, most residents drive alone to work (71%), and 73% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 8 mi
Ogden Hinckley Airport (OGD)
Regional airport · few flights13k passengers boarded in 2025
- 36 mi
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Major hub13.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 84% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in North Ogden runs 84% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
51.3
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
431.6
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
North Ogden Police Department
Natural DisastersHeavy Snow most common — 10 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
87.0 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Weber County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Weber County, which includes North Ogden, the most common type is heavy snow, with 10 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | Heavy Snow | $2,500 |
| 2024 | 18 | Heavy Snow | $1,000 |
| 2023 | 32 | Heavy Snow | $22,000 |
| 2022 | 24 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2021 | 13 | Thunderstorm Wind | $30,000 |
| 2020 | 3 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
| 2019 | 4 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
| 2018 | 2 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
23 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Weber County, county-wide
Air Quality45 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Weber County, which includes North Ogden, is typically good — 240 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
45
Good Days
240
per year
Moderate Days
123
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Weber County, county-wide
Climate85°F summers, 24°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
North Ogden has warm summers (avg high 85°F) and cold winters (avg low 24°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
60°/40°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
85°/59°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
62°/41°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
39°/24°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
25.0"
Annual Snowfall
107.9"
Hot Days/Year
38
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
116
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
78
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 37°F | 22°F | 3.15" |
| Feb | 42°F | 27°F | 2.06" |
| Mar | 52°F | 33°F | 2.64" |
| Apr | 59°F | 39°F | 2.56" |
| May | 69°F | 48°F | 2.69" |
| Jun | 80°F | 55°F | 1.65" |
| Jul | 89°F | 62°F | 0.61" |
| Aug | 88°F | 61°F | 0.95" |
| Sep | 76°F | 53°F | 1.68" |
| Oct | 62°F | 41°F | 2.11" |
| Nov | 49°F | 31°F | 1.82" |
| Dec | 38°F | 24°F | 3.03" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in North Ogden
Uninsured
5.2%
of residents
No hospitals inside North Ogden's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Intermountain Health Mckay-dee Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 9 mi away · Ogden
Ogden Regional Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 10.3 mi away · Ogden
Brigham City Community Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 12.9 mi away · Brigham City
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education21.1:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in North Ogden
North Ogden's student/teacher ratio is 21.1:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 38.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
5
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
38.7%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.1:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near North Ogden (within 15 miles)
Public · 2-year · 16,360 students · in-state tuition $6,625 · 46% graduate · median earnings $60,115 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Golden Spike National Historical Park, 36 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for North Ogden
North Ogden has 3 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Golden Spike National Historical Park (36 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Golden Spike National Historical Park
National Historical Park
36 mi awayTimpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
62 mi awayFossil Butte National Monument
National Monument
72 mi awayPublic Libraries in North Ogden
Weber County Library North Branch
475 E 2600 N, Ogden
Cities Near North Ogden
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to North Ogden?
Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
North Ogden FAQ
Is North Ogden, Utah affordable?⌄
North Ogden's median rent is $1,638/month, which is above the national average. The median household income is $113,722/year. Median home value is $476,600.
Is North Ogden, Utah safe?⌄
North Ogden's violent crime rate was 51 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is well below the national average — one of the safer cities in the country of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 432 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in North Ogden, Utah?⌄
Weber County, which includes North Ogden, has an unemployment rate of 3.6%, which is solid, slightly below the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in North Ogden, Utah?⌄
The cost of living in North Ogden is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,638/month and median household income is $113,722/year. The median home value is $476,600. About 49% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in North Ogden, Utah?⌄
The average commute in North Ogden is 25 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from