Panoramaland in Sevier County
Richfield is the largest city in Sevier County and is home to over 8,200 residents. Its local economy is strengthened by its industries in gypsum and building material production, food processing and manufacturing and livestock. But most notably, the city's wealth of parks, stunning red rock formations and majestic Pahvant Mountains prove why this region of southern-central Utah is affectionately known as Panoramaland. "It's a peaceful and beautiful valley tucked between blue-tinged juniper and sagebrush mountains to the east and red rock mountains to the west. In the fall, the east mountains have radiantly colored aspen and oak trees," says Tiffany Andersen, a librarian at Richfield Public Library. She also speaks fondly of the Richfield community, remarking that while it's small enough to maintain a friendly hometown atmosphere, it also offers plenty of opportunities for recreation, culture and businesses both big and small. "And, of course, the 5-minute commute to work is great," she adds.
Richfield's recreation opportunities
The abundant parks of Richfield speak to its devotion to the great outdoors. Richfield City Park and Rotary Park have playgrounds. There's also a disc golf course at Centennial Park and Cove View Golf Course, which offers a driving range, putting green, and on-site lessons. Richfield is also within a 30-mile radius of several large areas for outdoor recreation. For starters, the relaxing mineral pools of Mystic Hot Springs are only 10 miles away. In Fishlake National Forest, hiking, hunting, fishing and horseback riding are just a few of the most popular activities. The Paiute Trail, part of Fishlake, can be traversed by ATV vehicles.
Shopping and dining in the Richfield area
Restaurant options span several cuisines, including tacos, noodles, barbecue and fast food. Richfield has establishments that have been around for decades, such as the Ideal Dairy, which is known for its breakfast and lunch items as well as its homemade ice cream. The Main Street corridor is lined with several shops and restaurants, and it stretches to the base of the mountains.
Richfield's moderate housing market
The median price of a home is $350,000. Colonial-style, condos and ranch-style homes are all popular sights around Richfield’s residential areas. The housing market often sees slow activity, with a property typically spending 81 days on the market before selling, which is about double the national average.
The Sevier School District and Utah State University Southwest
The Sevier School District serves Richfield. It holds a B-minus rating from Niche. Utah State University also has a campus in Richfield called Utah State University Southwest. It offers over 80 degree programs, competitive tuition and over 70,000 scholarships.
Richfield's annual events and holiday celebrations
The Easter Egg Hunt and Turkey Bowl both rotate throughout Richfield’s many parks each year. Every August, the Sevier County Fair includes a rodeo, a balloon festival and a Miss Sevier County Scholarship pageant. In September, the ATV Jamboree features plenty of festivities and guided treks along Utah's many unique terrains. The Richfield Public Library offers smaller community events throughout the year. These include summer reading programs, crochet classes, a cooking club and puzzle swaps.
Major highway access and nearby medical services
Interstate 70 runs through Richfield and extends across Utah into Colorado. The nearest hospital is Sevier Valley Hospital, located right in town. While Richfield has its own municipal airport, commercial flights are only available at Cedar City Airport, which is 117 miles away and Provo Airport, 120 miles away.
Climate trends and crime data for Richfield
Richfield has a major wildfire risk and a moderate heat risk, according to data from First Street. FBI statistics reported by the Richfield Police Department show a 47% increase in violent crime and a 16% decrease in property crime from 2022 to 2023.
