Heber City : Utah

Heber City is a growing town of about 16,000 residents (2017), and has seen a population increase of 116% since 2000. Located near Park City and Salt Lake City,  it is a rural resort town, with many people settling here or having a vacation home to be near the skiing and mountains.  The downtown has very wide streets and a good commercial sector. Outside of town are many affluent developments and horse farms in the red hills with sweeping views. Every other vehicle seems to be towing a horse, boat, or ATV trailer. The median household income is over $65,000.

There is at least 1 active adult community in Heber City, with many other de facto 55+ communities in the nearby Park City area. Deer Crest is one wealthy enclave that seems to border Park City and Heber City. Red Ledges is another very affluent development with a top tier golf course. According to Zillow, the median listing price of a home was $643,650 in early 2022.

This is an area of great beauty and tall mountains.  The world famous Sundance Resort is just a few miles up the road.  There are many lakes in the area which are popular for boating. The fly fishing in the streams is extraordinary.

Heber City is rapidly growing; it is a resort community; winters are cold and snowy.

People who like the mountains and being outdoors. Mormons will generally feel more comfortable than non Mormons. Politically, this tends to be a very conservative area.

Tourism, construction, and agriculture. Many who live here commute to Orem, Provo, Park City.

Heber is in north central Utah, with an elevation of 5600'.  The average January temperature is in the mid 20's and the average July temperature is 70. Humidity and rainfall are low.