10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Ogden, UT

 

Learn More About Independent Living in North Ogden, UT

 

This small, picturesque Utah town north of Ogden and just west of the Wasatch Range is known for its excellent outdoor recreation opportunities and its scenic views of Ben Lomond Peak.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in North Ogden are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of North Ogden retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in North Ogden, UT

The median monthly cost of independent living is about $2,400 in the state of Utah. To learn more about the cost of independent living in North Ogden, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

 

Learn More About North Ogden, UT

 

Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in North Ogden are rated 16 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
116	103	118	111	123	118

 

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$90,583 per year	$59,518 per year	$76,529 per year	$27,909 per year	$39,178 per year	$2,214 per year	$671 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service North Ogden include:

McKay-Dee Hospital

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 290+
• Specialties: emergency department, level II trauma center, ICU

Ogden Regional Medical Center

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 180+
• Specialties: emergency department, level II trauma center, ICU

 

Weather and Climate

 

North Ogden’s climate is classified as warm continental, which means the city experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation of seasonal temperature and no distinct dry season. The average humidity level is 50%, and humidity levels are often highest during January at about 75%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
28°F	36°F	20°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
77°F	90°F	63°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 115

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 23.7″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
34	12.5%	18,760	2,624 per square mile	3.1

 

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.5%	0.4%	0.8%	7.0%	0.1%	3.4%	88.7%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in North Ogden: 20/30
• Overall inclusivity: 58/100

 

2020 Presidential Election

Democratic	Republican	Other
36.5%	59.2%	4.3%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Popular spots in North Ogden include:

• North Ogden Historical Museum
• Ben Lommond Mountain
• Nordic Valley Ski Resort

 

Transportation

Public transportation in North Ogden is provided by the Utah Transit Authority, which operates fixed-route bus services connecting North Ogden to the greater Ogden area.