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Moving to Copperton, UT
$390,000Median list
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About Copperton
Copperton is a tiny historic town of about 800 residents that became a municipality on May 1, 2024, under Utah HB35 (formerly a metro township). Built as a Kennecott company town for Bingham Canyon Mine workers, it retains its 1920s planned-community layout, small park, and a tight-knit identity at the mouth of Bingham Canyon in the Oquirrh Mountains.
Home prices in Copperton
The median list in Copperton is $390,000.
Top places in Copperton
- Bingham Canyon Mine overlook — the world's largest open-pit copper mine, minutes away.
- Copperton Park — the town's historic central green.
- Historic company-town homes (1920s Kennecott housing).
- Bingham Canyon history markers.
- Oquirrh Mountain foothill trails.
- Butterfield Canyon access (nearby).
- Small-town Main Street (a single commercial block).
Commuting from Copperton
- Approximate drive to downtown Salt Lake City: ~35–45 minutes via Bangerter Highway and I-15 (approximate; ~24 miles).
- No transit service; driving is the only practical option.
Schools in Copperton
Public schools: Jordan School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Copperton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Copperton, UT?
The median list in Copperton is $390,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Copperton, UT?
Approximate drive to downtown Salt Lake City: ~35–45 minutes via Bangerter Highway and I-15 (approximate; ~24 miles). - Which school district serves Copperton, UT?
Copperton is served by Jordan School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.