General Information
Genola is a rural town located in the southwest portion of Utah County. Most residents own small family farms or hobby farms, and a number of farmers raise alfalfa, barley, and other crops. Several dairies and a few orchards dot the community.
In 2000, Genola had 965 residents, but geographically it was almost as large as Spanish Fork and Springville (nearly four square miles). Genola is third in sheer size among Utah towns with populations under 1,000 and has more than 26 miles of roads. Genola's population has continued a slow, but steady growth during the last ten years, averaging a 1.9% average annual rate of change. With 4.49 people per household and a median age of 21.6 years, Genola's 224 households are among the youngest and largest in the county.
Origin of City's Name
Original suggestions were Idlewild and Townsend, but early settlers drew out the name Genola, which has no particular meaning, from a random selection in a town meeting.
Date of Incorporation: 1935
Did You Know?
Genola was originally incorporated in order to install a municipal water system. The town manages and maintains its own roads.
| Recreation | Crime * | ||
| Baseball Diamonds | 2 | Aggravated Assault | 1 |
| Bowling Alleys | 0 | Arson | 0 |
| Covered Picnic Facilities | 1 | Auto Theft | 4 |
| Golf Courses | 0 | Burglary | 16 |
| Indoor Facilities | 0 | Larceny | 58 |
| Parks | 1 | Murder | 0 |
| Rodeo Grounds | 1 | Rape | 0 |
| Soccer/Football Fields | 0 | Robbery | 1 |
| Swimming Pools | 0 | ||
| Tennis Courts | 0 | ||
| Median Age: 21.6 | Household Size: 4.49 | ||
Largest Employer: Davis Brother's Cabinets
Population: 965
State Rank By Population: 132
Political Profile
Out of the 391 registered voters, 363 cast ballots in the 2000 November election.