Salt Lake City metro, UT relocation guide
Moving to Magna, UT
$439,715Median list
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About Magna
Magna is a west-side town of about 27,000 residents that became a city on May 1, 2024, under Utah HB35 (formerly a metro township). A historic copper-mining community tied to Kennecott's Bingham Canyon Mine, it retains a Main Street historic district and a proud labor heritage. The town sits between the Oquirrh Mountains and the Great Salt Lake's south shore.
Home prices in Magna
The median list in Magna is $439,715.
Top places in Magna
- Magna Main Street Historic District — early-1900s commercial buildings.
- Bingham Canyon Mine overlook (in nearby Copperton; Kennecott's massive open-pit mine).
- Magna City Park and pool.
- Historic Cyprus High School.
- Empress Theatre — historic Main Street theater.
- Great Salt Lake's south shore (nearby).
- Oquirrh Mountain trails (western edge).
- Main Street dining and local shops.
Commuting from Magna
- Approximate drive to downtown Salt Lake City: ~25–30 minutes via I-80 (approximate; ~16 miles).
- No TRAX service; UTA bus routes connect toward downtown (approximately 50–65 minutes by bus).
Schools in Magna
Public schools: Granite 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.
Magna FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Magna, UT?
The median list in Magna is $439,715. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Magna, UT?
Approximate drive to downtown Salt Lake City: ~25–30 minutes via I-80 (approximate; ~16 miles). - Which school district serves Magna, UT?
Magna is served by Granite 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.