Quick answer
Provo has 5 notable neighborhoods. Median 1BR rent is $1,100/mo citywide. Top picks: Provo Bench / Slate Canyon, Downtown Provo, BYU Campus / Wymount.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Best Neighborhoods in Provo
5 areas ranked by vibe, walkability, and affordability. Median 1BR rent: $1,100/mo. State income tax: 4.85%.
All 5 Neighborhoods
Provo Bench / Slate Canyon
Upscale, hilltop neighborhood with $800K-1.2M homes, stunning views of the valley. Quiet and family-focused; best schools; 15-minute commute to downtown.
Downtown Provo
Revitalizing with new apartments, restaurants, and the Provo Arts Festival. Mixed residents — students, young professionals, and families. Walkable; rents $1,150+ 1BR.
BYU Campus / Wymount
Student neighborhood with rental apartments, young energy. Chaotic, loud, affordable ($850 1BR); summer is peaceful when students leave.
Orem (adjacent city)
Slightly more affordable ($450K median home, $1,050 1BR rent) than Provo proper; still LDS-dominant but slightly more diverse. Commute to tech jobs is 10-15 minutes.
Springville (adjacent city)
More rural, art-focused with lower home prices ($480K median). Strong artist community. 20-minute commute to tech hub; attracts creative professionals seeking space.
Provo at a Glance
Median 1BR
$1,100
Median home
$520K
Walk score
68/100
State tax
4.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Provo?
Provo's top neighborhoods include Provo Bench / Slate Canyon, Downtown Provo, BYU Campus / Wymount. Upscale, hilltop neighborhood with $800K-1.2M homes, stunning views of the valley. Quiet and family-focused; best schools; 15-minute commute to downtown.
What is the safest neighborhood in Provo?
Provo safety varies by area. For up-to-date crime data by neighborhood, check the Provo police department's public crime map. Generally, established residential areas with lower vacancy rates tend to have lower crime rates.
How much does it cost to rent in Provo?
City-wide median 1BR rent in Provo is $1,100/mo, 2BR is $1,400/mo. Prices vary by neighborhood — central and trendy areas run above the median, outer residential areas below.