Located in Salt Lake County, Utah, West Jordan was established in 1848. Named for the Jordan River which runs through the valley. Grew from 42,000 to over 120,000 in about 25 years.
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Founded1848|Population120,000|Peak120,000(2024)|CountySalt Lake County
Top 10 Most Important Events for West Jordan, Utah
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1848Mormon Settlers Arrive: Pioneer settlement in Jordan River valley.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of West Jordan's identity and economy.
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1990Suburban Growth: Salt Lake metro expansion reaches West Jordan.
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2000Population Doubles: From 42K to 100K+ in 15 years.
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20234th Largest UT City: Continues growing in southwest valley.
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1848Culture
Mormon Settlers Arrive
1942Government
Military Presence
1990Business
Suburban Growth
2000Business
Population Doubles
2023Business
4th Largest UT City
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Named for the Jordan River which runs through the valley.
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Grew from 42,000 to over 120,000 in about 25 years.
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Fourth-largest city in Utah.
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West Jordan is located in Salt Lake County, Utah.
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West Jordan was founded in 1848.
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