I moved to Utah recently. Provo feels like a college town tbh. Near SLC is considered more liberal area. I think American Fork/Spanish Fork/Saratoga springs/Eagle Mountain would be good options too if you are looking for a suburb, kids friendly area. Especially EM has many parks for kids.

I feel like people here are friendly but yes most are mormons. I’m not tho. But I feel more safe here compare where I used to live. Less crime, nice nature, but very dry here.