Tooele is nestled at the foothills of the Oquirrh Mountains. It is located about 35 miles southwest of Salt Lake City in Tooele County. Even though the origin of the name "Tooele" has been disputed for decades, everyone agrees that we have a rich, colorful history. Four significant eras capsulize the rich history of Tooele City.
Tooele County affords a unique and desirable quality of life that is unsurpassed in the Rocky Mountain region. Tooele County offers an inviting rural setting that speaks volumes of the American West along with its share of year-round recreational opportunities to enjoy.
One of the special features of Tooele is its rural feel, and this is maintained by having parks in close proximity to every single home in the city limits. Take a step out your back door and you aren't very far away from one of Tooele's Park. From quiet solitude in a small park to jogging, from skating to swimming, you aren't far away from activity. One of Tooele's parks has a walkway connecting the park to the local neighborhood.
Like to swim? The Pratt Aquatic Center has it all. Not only is it the newest and most popular swimming attraction, the Center has received state and national attention as being one of the best aquatic centers ever built. In addition to a full size pool complete with a regular size and high diving board, it has an eight-lane competition lap pool (with plenty of seating to watch the competitions). Adults and kids both love the leisure pool, which features a thrilling water slide. If you are a bit shy about the water, the pool even features a graded children's wading pool that has gentle sloping. It's a great way for adults and children to begin water adventures.
Tooele City has grown so dramatically in part because it is in one of the most beautiful states in the country, and offers unparalleled opportunities to enjoy all nature has. If the greater Salt Lake City area is where you're thinking of relocating too, your search just ended with Tooele City.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $179,221
Home prices are very affordable. Views here are spectacular, one of the many reasons why so many settlers decided to live here, instead of moving further west. Both apartments and condominiums are offered in the Tooele City area. A cozy, single-family home would start at about $100,000, and $150,000 will buy a large five bedroom home with full basement, in some cases the basement is completely finished too. For affordability, Tooele City just can't be beat.
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 29,460. Tooele covers 21.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 4,923 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 84074 - Area code: 435
Weather
Tooele, UT climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 90.70 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 20.10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 29 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Tooele is 19.76 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 2.48 Inches.
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