Layton & Clearfield

Family-friendly living and strong rental demand driven by Hill Air Force Base.

The Hill Air Force Base Corridor

Layton and Clearfield form the northern Davis County residential corridor, anchored economically by Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) - Utah's largest single-site employer, generating over $3 billion in annual economic impact. Situated approximately 25 miles north of Salt Lake City, this market serves military personnel and their families, civilian HAFB employees, defense contractors (Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems), investors seeking consistent rental income, and families drawn to the area's competitive price points.

Layton Market Snapshot

The median sale price in Layton ranges from $535,000 to $585,000, with average days on market holding between 42 and 49 days. Price per square foot spans $177 to $210 - meaningfully below Kaysville and Farmington pricing, making Layton one of Davis County's strongest value propositions.

Property Type Price Range
Townhomes & starter condos $380,000 – $435,000
Mid-tier single-family $405,000 – $650,000
East Layton Bench executive homes $750,000 – $1,750,000
Layton Median
$545,000
+1.6% YoY +2.0% QoQ
Price Per Sq Ft
$228 / sqft
+3.2% YoY +1.5% QoQ
Days on Market
26 Days
High Velocity HAFB Inflow
Inventory & Supply
3.4 Mos
280 Active High Liquidity

Active subdivisions include Estates at Major Farms, Bridgecreek, Oakridge Park, and new single-family infill communities in West Layton.

Military Relocation & PCS Housing

With thousands of military families cycling through HAFB on permanent change-of-station (PCS) orders, the Layton-Clearfield corridor experiences steady, predictable housing demand. Active-duty members seek homes within a 10-minute commute of the base gates, making neighborhoods in eastern Clearfield and northern Layton particularly popular. Our team understands VA loan requirements, BAH considerations, and the timeline pressures of PCS moves - we specialize in getting military families settled quickly and efficiently.

Investment & Rental Market

The consistent military and civilian tenant pool surrounding HAFB makes this corridor one of the Wasatch Front's strongest rental markets. Davis County core rental rates average $2,300 to $3,400 per month for single-family properties. Cap rates average 4.2% to 5.2%, supported by low vacancy rates (3.0% to 3.8%) and consistent tenant demand driven by HAFB employment. Investors seeking higher yield should also explore Ogden where multi-family cap rates reach 5.5% to 6.8%.

Clearfield

Clearfield provides accessible single-family housing and high-density commuter options in northern Davis County. The median home price ranges from $390,000 to $415,000, with an average of 35 to 48 days on market. Price per square foot averages $180 to $210.

Starter condominiums and manufactured housing range from $50,000 to $220,000, attached townhomes trade between $220,000 and $380,000, and single-family detached properties span $380,000 to $575,000. Clearfield features strong multi-family investment metrics due to renter demand from base personnel and proximity to the Clearfield FrontRunner commuter rail station. For buyers seeking even more affordable western Davis County options, Clinton sits directly west with a median of $483,000.

Schools & Community

Both Layton and Clearfield are served by Davis School District schools with solid academic programs and active extracurricular offerings. Valley View Golf Course, multiple community parks, and proximity to the Great Salt Lake via the Antelope Island causeway provide outdoor recreation.

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