Jobs and Housing in Park City, Utah

Seasonal Jobs in Park City

Park City Mountain Resort (owned by Vail Resorts, EPIC Pass) and Deer Valley Resort (owned by Alterra, IKON Pass) together employ thousands of seasonal workers each winter. Beyond the resorts, Park City's historic Main Street is lined with restaurants, bars, galleries, and shops that hire seasonal staff from November through April.

Summer brings a strong second season. The resorts convert to mountain biking, hiking, and concerts. The Utah Olympic Park hosts events year-round. Park City's proximity to Salt Lake City (35 minutes) means a larger employment market than most ski towns.

Housing in Park City

Park City housing is expensive — median home prices are among the highest in Utah. Most seasonal workers find shared housing or roommates in Park City proper, or commute from more affordable towns in the Wasatch Back and Salt Lake Valley. Employer-provided housing is available through both resorts but limited.

LuxLifer connects seasonal workers with housing options and roommate matches across Summit and Wasatch counties, so you can find a place that fits your budget before you arrive.

Commuter Towns Near Park City

• Kimball Junction — 5 min north. Shopping, dining, more affordable than Old Town.
• Heber City — 20 min south. Growing town, significantly cheaper rents.
• Salt Lake City — 35 min west via I-80. Full urban amenities, bus routes available.
• Midway — 25 min south. Quiet, scenic, Swiss-themed village.
• Kamas — 20 min east. Small town, very affordable by Summit County standards.
• Coalville — 25 min north. Rural, cheapest option in the area.

Cost of Living Snapshot

Park City benefits from Utah's lower cost of living compared to Colorado resort towns. No state income tax on tips under certain thresholds, affordable groceries in nearby Salt Lake City, and reliable public transit (PC-SLC Connect bus) make it a strong option for seasonal workers who want resort town living without Colorado resort town prices.

About Park City

Park City, Utah is located in Summit County, about 30 miles east of Salt Lake City. Originally a silver mining town in the 1860s, Park City reinvented itself as a ski destination in the 1960s. Today it is home to Park City Mountain Resort (the largest ski resort in the United States with 7,300 acres) and Deer Valley Resort, consistently ranked among the top ski resorts in North America.

Park City gained international recognition as the host of the 2002 Winter Olympics and as the home of the Sundance Film Festival, held every January. The town's dual-season economy and proximity to a major airport (SLC, 35 min) make it one of the most accessible ski destinations in the country — and one of the best seasonal job markets.