Lehi

General Information

Known as the Pioneer City because of its early date of incorporation, Lehi is an attractive residential community based largely on farming, manufacturing, and trade.

With a median age of 23.6, Lehi has the "middle-age" residents in Utah County, and with an average household size of 3.58, has smaller families than much of the county. During the last decade, Lehi experienced a phenomenal increase in population, growing from 8,475 residents in 1990 to 19,028 in 2000.

Lehi City is the home of Thanksgiving Point, one of the few resort communities in the West. Thanksgiving Point boasts, among many things, the North American Museum of Ancient Life, many acres of beautiful gardens, a golf course, and a performing arts center.

Origin of City's Name

Lehi was called Evansville at first by early settlers for David Evans, a pioneer. The community's name was eventually changed to Dry Creek. Later upon incorporation, the name became Lehi, because the people of Lehi (in the Book of Mormon) had frequently moved, as had the pioneers.

Date of Incorporation: February 5, 1852

Did You Know?

Among the city's attractions are its downtown businesses, many of which are still housed in their original Old West-style buildings; the John Hutchings Museum of Natural History, which will soon be housed in the city's old Memorial Building; and Saratoga Springs, a one-time amusement park that still houses swimming and diving sites.

Population: 19,028

State Rank By Population: 28

Largest Employer: Micron: 900 employees

Political Profile

Out of the 7,967 registered voters, 6,392 cast ballots in the November 2000 election.

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