Another thing our location gives us is an ample supply of water, an unusual situation in the arid West. Some people call this area Utah's Greenland. Having a 20,000 student, highly regarded research university also sets us apart. Utah State University was founded in 1888 by Logan residents who wanted a university in their midst. That decision forever changed Logan from a beautiful but very typical western town to the vibrant, exciting, rare place it is today.
Cache County is Utah's leading ag producer.
To that we have added an unusually diversified collection of industries. Food processing, electronics, light manufacturing, publishing and many other industries provide a robust but stable economy. From a heritage dating back nearly 150 years, our cultural offerings are varied and excellent. We have our own opera company, our own repertory theatre, several dance companies, renowned artists and outstanding facilities in which to show them off. Logan's physical aspects and its quality of life are phenomenal but what truly defines our city is its people.