Learn About Our Skilled Workforce in West Valley City, Utah!

11 May 2022

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Close to 68,000 people make up our regional labor pool in West Valley City, Utah. This highly-skilled and educated workforce is ready for the tech, life science, manufacturing, finance, and logistics jobs burgeoning in Utah’s growing economy.

Our labor pool is educated and extensive thanks in part to West Valley City’s proximity to major institutions of higher learning. Incredibly, there are six nationally recognized public and private universities within an hour’s drive of West Valley City, including The University of Utah which is a mere 15 minutes away. Our workforce is also highly satisfied because our people enjoy short commutes, affordable housing, a high quality of life, and the breathtaking backdrop of the Wasatch and Oquirrh mountain ranges. Check out the workforce data on our website to further explore education levels, major industries, average commute times, and more.

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