With about 44,944 residents, Riverton is one of Utah's notable places. Riverton was founded in 1870 and sits in Salt Lake County. The median age is 34.7 and the median household income is $119,093. Homes carry a median value of $543,900, and about 87% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (83.9%). Around 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 28 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Riverton — frequently asked
What is the population of Riverton, Utah?
Riverton has a population of about 44,944, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Riverton?
The median home value in Riverton is $543,900, and the median gross rent is $1,826/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Riverton safe? What is the crime rate?
Riverton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 59 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Riverton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Salt Lake County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including avalanche, winter weather, earthquake.
How many schools are in Riverton?
Riverton has 12 public schools (6 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Riverton?
Public registry data lists 2 registered sex offenders in or near Riverton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.