What It's Really Like to Live in West Jordan, Utah

West Jordan at a Glance

• Population: about 116,700, making it the third-largest city in Utah
• Typical home value: roughly $522,600 as of May 2026 (Zillow)
• Median list price: around $556,600 as of June 2026
• Commute to downtown Salt Lake City: about 20-25 minutes via Bangerter Highway or I-215, or a ride on the TRAX Red Line
• Known for: the Jordan Landing shopping district, the Jordan River Parkway Trail, and some of the most affordable family neighborhoods left in the valley

Those numbers only tell part of the story. West Jordan is a big, varied city, and where you land inside it changes the experience quite a bit. Here's what I'd want to know if I were moving here with a family.

The Cost of Calling West Jordan Home

West Jordan is one of the more affordable cities left in the southwest valley, but it's not one uniform market. The older core near Redwood Road tends to have smaller, more affordable homes on bigger lots, often built in the 1970s and 80s. The Copper Hills area, further west, is newer and more master-planned, with average home values closer to $590,000. And out near the Mountain View Corridor, new construction is pushing prices higher still, with several builders actively selling new subdivisions as of 2026.

Property taxes in West Jordan run close to the Salt Lake County average, and HOA fees vary widely, non-existent in older neighborhoods, but common (and sometimes substantial) in newer planned communities near Copper Hills.

Neighborhoods Worth a Second Look

Copper Hills: A newer, family-oriented area on the west side, known for larger homes, community parks, and proximity to Copper Hills High School.

Jordan Landing: The city's retail hub, surrounded by townhomes and condos that appeal to buyers who want walkability to shopping and restaurants.

Welby and Heartland: Some of the most affordable, established neighborhoods in the city, with larger lots and a more small-town feel.

West side new construction: Newer subdivisions near the Mountain View Corridor offer larger, modern homes, generally at a price premium over the rest of the city.

Getting Around

West Jordan sits right along two of the valley's main north-south corridors, Bangerter Highway and the Mountain View Corridor, plus I-215 on its northern edge. The TRAX Red Line runs through the city with stops including West Jordan City Center and Jordan Valley, giving commuters a direct line to downtown Salt Lake City, the University of Utah, and the airport without a car. Most residents get downtown in 20 to 25 minutes by car outside of peak traffic, and the Mountain View Corridor extension has made the drive south to Lehi and the Silicon Slopes tech corridor considerably easier too.

Schools

Most of West Jordan is served by Jordan School District, with 16 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 5 charter school campuses inside city limits. I put together a full breakdown, including addresses and grade levels, in my complete guide to West Jordan schools.

Parks, Trails, and Ways to Play Outside

The Jordan River Parkway Trail runs right through West Jordan, offering miles of paved path for walking, running, and biking along the river. Veterans Memorial Park is one of the city's larger green spaces, with sports fields, a splash pad, and picnic areas, and Central Park hosts community events throughout the year. Golfers have two options in city limits, Old Mill Golf Course and Countryside Golf Course, and the Oquirrh Mountains to the west offer easy access to hiking and off-road trails for anyone craving more rugged terrain.

Bottom Line

West Jordan works well for families who want more house for their money, easy freeway and TRAX access, and a genuine mix of established and brand-new neighborhoods to choose from. If you're trying to figure out which part of the city fits your budget and lifestyle best, I'd be glad to walk through it with you.

Dallon Smith
Realtor, Real Broker LLC | License ID: 10569202-SA00
+1 (801) 696-5087 | dallon.realty@gmail.com