Quick answer
Hurricane gives you more space and a small-town feel, with Sand Hollow and Quail Creek State Parks nearby and Zion's South Entrance about 23 miles away. It tends to fit people who want outdoor recreation right outside the door and don't mind being a little farther from St. George. If that sounds like you, I'd be glad to show you around.
Hurricane market update
Residential, September 2026. Updated October 2026, source: WCBR MLS via Flexmls.
Thinking about moving to Hurricane?
If you're reading this, you're probably weighing a move to Southern Utah and wondering whether Hurricane is the right fit. I help relocation buyers sort through exactly that question, so let me share what I'd tell you over coffee.
Hurricane sits east of St. George, about 23 miles west of Zion's South Entrance (Utah DOT), on the way to Zion National Park. People are drawn here by the space, the views of the Hurricane Cliffs and Pine Valley Mountains, and having state parks practically in the backyard. The Census Bureau estimates Hurricane had 25,745 residents in July 2025, up 28.5% since 2020.
In this guide I'll walk you through neighborhoods, costs, schools, weather and things to do, and I'll try to be honest about the tradeoffs.
What are the best neighborhoods in Hurricane?
"Best" depends on how you want to live. Here are a few areas buyers often ask me about:
Sky Mountain
Neighborhoods around the Sky Mountain golf course with big views across the valley.
Sand Hollow area
Homes and resort-style communities near Sand Hollow State Park and its reservoir.
Hurricane townsite
The older center of town with established homes and larger lots.
Hurricane Fields & newer subdivisions
Newer builds spread across the valley floor, often with more room than in St. George.
What does it cost to live in Hurricane?
- Median sold price: $539,495 in September 2026. Monthly medians ranged from about $440,000 to $579,055 between October 2025 and September 2026 (Flexmls MLS, residential).
- Median active list price: $596,244 (September 2026).
- Census median home value: $456,000 (owner-occupied, 2020–2024 ACS; older survey data, so it lags today's market).
- Median household income: $75,016 (2020–2024 ACS).
- Taxes: Utah has a flat 4.45% state income tax, and a qualifying primary residence is taxed on only 55% of its market value thanks to the 45% residential exemption.
Monthly medians in smaller cities can jump around based on which homes happen to sell, so I always recommend looking at specific comparable sales rather than one headline number.
How are the schools in Hurricane?
Public schools in Hurricane are part of the Washington County School District, the same single district that serves all of Washington County. Its FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report lists 52 schools, and official October 1, 2025 enrollment was 34,396 students. Hurricane is served by schools including Hurricane High School and Hurricane Middle School, along with the elementary schools in the area.
I'm a REALTOR, not an education expert, so I don't rank schools. Check the official Utah School Report Card for performance data, and always confirm boundaries for a specific address with the district before you buy.
What is the weather like in Hurricane?
Hurricane has a hot desert climate, a touch milder than St. George's. NOAA's 1991–2020 normals for the La Verkin station, about 6 miles away, show an average January high of about 52°F, a July high of about 98°F, about 118 days a year at 90°F or higher, about 11.6 inches of precipitation and about 1.4 inches of snow.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 52 | 57 | 66 | 73 | 83 | 94 | 98 | 96 | 89 | 76 | 62 | 51 |
| Low °F | 29 | 33 | 40 | 44 | 52 | 61 | 68 | 67 | 59 | 47 | 35 | 28 |
Source: NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 climate normals, La Verkin station USC00424968 (about 6 miles from Hurricane).
What is there to do in Hurricane?
- Sand Hollow State Park: A reservoir for boating and paddling, with red sand dunes for off-roading.
- Quail Creek State Park: Another reservoir between Hurricane and Washington, popular for fishing and swimming.
- Zion National Park: Hurricane is about 23 miles west of Zion's South Entrance in Springdale (Utah DOT), and SunTran's Zion route stops in Hurricane.
- Mountain biking: Public lands around Hurricane, including the OHV terrain at Sand Hollow, draw riders and off-roaders year-round.
Frequently asked questions about living in Hurricane
Is Hurricane, Utah expensive to live in?
Housing is the biggest factor. Flexmls MLS data shows a median sold price of $539,495 for residential property in Hurricane in September 2026, and a median active list price of $596,244. Utah has a flat 4.45% state income tax, and a qualifying primary residence is taxed on only 55% of its market value thanks to the 45% residential exemption.
How many people live in Hurricane?
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates Hurricane had 25,745 residents on July 1, 2025, up 28.5% since April 2020.
What is the median household income in Hurricane?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey estimates a median household income of $75,016 in Hurricane.
What is the weather like in Hurricane?
Hurricane has a hot desert climate, a touch milder than St. George's. NOAA's 1991–2020 normals for the La Verkin station, about 6 miles away, show an average January high of about 52°F, a July high of about 98°F, about 118 days a year at 90°F or higher, about 11.6 inches of precipitation and about 1.4 inches of snow.
How far is Hurricane, Utah from Zion?
Hurricane is one of the closest larger towns to Zion National Park. It sits about 23 miles west of the South Entrance in Springdale, according to Utah DOT, and SunTran's Zion route stops in Hurricane. Drive time varies with season and traffic.
