County · Utah
Iron County, Utah
Iron County, Utah. Iron County had 67,141 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 17.2% since 2020, faster than Utah (+8.2%). It holds 11 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs and 5 census-designated) and 12 census tracts. GEOID 49021.
Iron County is the county of the Cedar City, UT micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
67,141
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 57,289 · ACS 2020-2024: 62,252
Median household income
$66,247
±$4,058 (90% margin)
Utah: $95,166
Median home value
$379,000
±$10,731 (90% margin)
Utah: $489,400
Median gross rent
$1,065
±$75 (90% margin)
Utah: $1,496
How many people live in Iron County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 57,289 residents in Iron County. The Census Bureau estimates 67,141 for July 1, 2025, up 17.2% since 2020, faster than Utah (+8.2%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 62,252 over 3,296 square miles of land.
| Measure | Iron County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 62,252 | 3,392,331 | +11,039 |
| Households | 20,157±438 | 1,124,822 | +3,142 |
| Average household size | 3.03±0.07 | 2.97 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 23,550±37 | 1,223,468 | +2,319 |
Iron County's population since 2000
From 33,779 in 2000 to 67,141 in 2025: up 98.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Iron County?
Iron County holds 11 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 5 census-designated places. The largest is Cedar City with 41,871 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Cedar City | 35,235 | $63,589 |
|---|---|---|
| Enoch | 7,374 | $80,750 |
| Parowan | 2,996 | $53,145 |
| Paragonah | 536 | $64,271 |
| KanarravilleGEOID 4940030 | 442 | not published |
| NewcastleGEOID 4954330 | 330 | $86,739 |
| SummitGEOID 4974040 | 170 | not published |
| Beryl JunctionGEOID 4905380 | 161 | not published |
| Brian HeadGEOID 4908020 | 151 | $75,125 |
| Cedar HighlandsGEOID 4911435 | 99 | not published |
| ModenaGEOID 4950810 | 15 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Iron County?
The median resident of Iron County is 30.2 years old; 27.1% are under 18 and 13.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 83.0%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 10.5%. 4.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Iron County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30.2±0.3 | 32.0 | +1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 27.1%±0.1 pts | 27.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 13.8%±0.2 pts | 11.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.5% | 15.9% | +1.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 83.0%±0.5 pts | 74.7% | −2.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.1 pts | 1.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.2%±0.3 pts | 2.4% | +0.4 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.2%±0.4 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.8%±0.7 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.3%±0.7 pts | 8.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 8.6%±0.9 pts | 15.9% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.7%±0.7 pts | 4.6% | – |
| With a disability | 13.2%±1.1 pts | 10.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 10.3%±1.5 pts | 8.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.2%±1.1 pts | 93.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 31.6%±2.1 pts | 37.7% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.8%±1.1 pts | 13.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.1%±0.9 pts | 2.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Iron County earn?
Half of Iron County's 20,157 households earn less than $66,247 a year (±$4,058), against $95,166 in Utah. In 2015-2019 it was $63,759 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Iron County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $66,247±$4,058 | $95,166 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $89,495±$4,523 | $121,376 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,186±$1,433 | $40,873 | +$1,992 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.8%±1.9 pts | 8.5% | −3.2 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.3%±3.9 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.9%±1.8 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.5%±1.5 pts | 93.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Iron County?
Owners occupy 68.3% of Iron County's occupied homes and renters 31.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $379,000 by its owner (±$10,731). The median renter pays $1,065 a month including utilities, and 41.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Iron County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $379,000±$10,731 | $489,400 | +$116,124 |
| Median gross rent | $1,065±$75 | $1,496 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 41.3%±4.5 pts | 37.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,589±$49 | $2,009 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68.3%±2.2 pts | 70.2% | +4.3 pts |
| Housing units | 23,550±37 | 1,223,468 | +2,319 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.6%±2.8 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 63.1%±2.3 pts | 66.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 5.5%±1.4 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 4.3%±1.0 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 2.4%±0.6 pts | 6.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Iron County building?
Builders took permits for 678 new housing units across Iron County in 2025 (678 single-family), 10.1 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Iron County get to work?
72.8% of Iron County's workers drive alone and 11.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 16.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.9%.
| Measure | Iron County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 64.2%±1.6 pts | 69.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9%±0.9 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 72.8%±2.9 pts | 67.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.3%±2.0 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.3%±0.9 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 11.4%±1.8 pts | 17.6% | +5.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 16.9 min±1.1 | 22.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Iron County's census tracts?
Iron County is divided into 12 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $43,750 (Tract 1106.01) to $99,922 (Tract 1107.03).
| Tract 110149021110100 | 4,276±270 | $52,123 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 1102.0149021110201 | 5,487±990 | $74,329 |
| Tract 1102.0249021110202 | 5,983±584 | $81,600 |
| Tract 110349021110300 | 5,482±734 | $78,983 |
| Tract 110449021110400 | 5,336±645 | $60,897 |
| Tract 1105.0149021110501 | 6,691±894 | $47,367 |
| Tract 1105.0249021110502 | 5,246±590 | $57,656 |
| Tract 1106.0149021110601 | 2,947±673 | $43,750 |
| Tract 1106.0249021110602 | 4,824±595 | $60,195 |
| Tract 1107.0249021110702 | 7,382±865 | $84,102 |
| Tract 1107.0349021110703 | 4,698±547 | $99,922 |
| Tract 1107.0449021110704 | 3,900±540 | $58,924 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Iron County compare with Utah's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 8th of 29 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 3rd of 29 |
| Residents per square mile | 11th of 29 |
| Median household income | 24th of 29 |
| Median home value | 16th of 29 |
| Median gross rent | 14th of 29 |
| Poverty rate | 4th of 29 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 10th of 29 |
| Median age | 27th of 29 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Iron County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.