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Genola, UTAH
Zip Code - 84655
Statistics &
Facts
The population of Genola is approximately 1,136 (2002).
The approximate number of families is 190 (1990).
The amount of land area in Genola is 32.787 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 0.473 sq kilometers.
Genola is positioned 40.01 degrees north of the equator and 111.85 degrees west
of the prime meridian.
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Climate & Weather
The climate for Genola is Moderate. There are approximately 10 to 20 inches
of snow each year with much more in the mountain areas.
Genola average annual rainfall is 16 inches per year
Genola average temperature is (January) 21 (July) 83 degrees F.
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.
Geographically Genola is almost as large as Spanish Fork and Springville
(nearly four square miles). Genola has 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 Genola'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.
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Recreation |
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Crime * |
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| 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 |
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| Tennis Courts |
0 |
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| Median Age:
21.6 |
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Household Size:
4.49 |
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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.
Sources: Mayor Neil Brown, Utah County Sheriff's Department, US Census, Utah
County Elections, "Utah Place Names" by John Van Cott.
*Law enforcment provided by Santaquin City.
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