Salt Lake City metro, UT relocation guide
Moving to Vernon, UT
$574,890Median list
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About Vernon
Vernon is a tiny rural Tooele County town of about 300 residents in the county's southern end, a farming and ranching community surrounded by the Stansbury, Onaqui, and Sheeprock Mountains. One of Utah's smallest incorporated towns, it offers an isolated country lifestyle with historic pioneer roots.
Home prices in Vernon
The median list in Vernon is $574,890.
Top places in Vernon
- Vernon's historic pioneer homes.
- Surrounding mountain ranges (Stansbury, Onaqui, Sheeprock).
- Ranchland and farmland.
- Vernon Reservoir area (verify).
- Dark skies for stargazing.
- Rural roads for cycling and ATV.
- Proximity to Faust and the Pony Express route.
Commuting from Vernon
- Approximate drive to downtown Salt Lake City: ~60–75 minutes via SR-36 and I-80 (approximate; ~55 miles).
- No passenger transit.
Schools in Vernon
Public schools: Tooele County 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.
Vernon FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Vernon, UT?
The median list in Vernon is $574,890. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Vernon, UT?
Approximate drive to downtown Salt Lake City: ~60–75 minutes via SR-36 and I-80 (approximate; ~55 miles). - Which school district serves Vernon, UT?
Vernon is served by Tooele County 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.