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Utah County, Utah
Utah County, Utah. Utah County had 759,859 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 15.2% since 2020, faster than Utah (+8.2%). It holds 34 places (26 cities, villages and boroughs and 8 census-designated) and 156 census tracts. GEOID 49049.
Utah County is one of the 2 counties of the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
759,859
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 659,399 · ACS 2020-2024: 705,400
Median household income
$100,671
±$1,431 (90% margin)
Utah: $95,166
Median home value
$538,700
±$5,787 (90% margin)
Utah: $489,400
Median gross rent
$1,541
±$23 (90% margin)
Utah: $1,496
How many people live in Utah County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 659,399 residents in Utah County. The Census Bureau estimates 759,859 for July 1, 2025, up 15.2% since 2020, faster than Utah (+8.2%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 705,400 over 2,004 square miles of land.
| Measure | Utah County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 705,400 | 3,392,331 | +99,910 |
| Households | 203,018±813 | 1,124,822 | +37,027 |
| Average household size | 3.39±0.01 | 2.97 | −0.16 |
| Housing units | 211,066±130 | 1,223,468 | +36,904 |
Utah County's population since 2000
From 368,536 in 2000 to 759,859 in 2025: up 106.2%. 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 Utah County?
Utah County holds 34 places: 26 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 8 census-designated places. The largest is Provo with 114,527 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Provo | 115,162 | $64,171 |
|---|---|---|
| Orem | 98,129 | $83,342 |
| Lehi | 75,907 | $131,299 |
| Eagle Mountain | 43,623 | $113,648 |
| Spanish Fork | 42,602 | $104,844 |
| Pleasant Grove | 37,726 | $101,073 |
| Saratoga Springs | 37,696 | $128,802 |
| Springville | 35,268 | $89,816 |
| American Fork | 33,337 | $98,878 |
| Payson | 21,101 | $89,905 |
| Highland | 19,348 | $186,075 |
| Santaquin | 13,725 | $99,837 |
| Vineyard | 12,543 | $103,380 |
| Lindon | 11,397 | $120,956 |
| Mapleton | 11,365 | $133,142 |
| Alpine | 10,251 | $168,929 |
| Cedar Hills | 10,019 | $139,008 |
| Salem | 9,298 | $111,117 |
| Elk Ridge | 4,687 | $143,167 |
| Draper | 51,017 | $128,910 |
| Genola | 1,548 | $126,667 |
| Woodland Hills | 1,521 | $151,964 |
| West MountainGEOID 4983252 | 1,250 | $111,791 |
| BenjaminGEOID 4904720 | 1,196 | $69,632 |
| Goshen | 978 | $95,147 |
| Lake ShoreGEOID 4942230 | 802 | $99,058 |
| Spring LakeGEOID 4972170 | 528 | $94,936 |
| PalmyraGEOID 4957630 | 443 | $97,188 |
| Cedar FortGEOID 4911430 | 427 | $103,000 |
| ElbertaGEOID 4922210 | 180 | not published |
| Hobble CreekGEOID 4935823 | 169 | not published |
| FairfieldGEOID 4924410 | 160 | $103,750 |
| SundanceGEOID 4974260 | 113 | $132,857 |
| Bluffdale | 17,014 | $129,531 |
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 Utah County?
The median resident of Utah County is 25.8 years old; 31.6% are under 18 and 7.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 77.6%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 14.5%. 8.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Utah County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 25.8±0.1 | 32.0 | +1.0 |
| Under 18 years | 31.6% | 27.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 7.9%±0.1 pts | 11.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 14.5% | 15.9% | +2.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 77.6%±0.2 pts | 74.7% | −4.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.1 pts | 1.1% | +0.2 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.1 pts | 2.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.3%±0.2 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.2%±0.3 pts | 8.9% | +0.8 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 16.1%±0.4 pts | 15.9% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 3.0%±0.2 pts | 4.6% | – |
| With a disability | 8.9%±0.3 pts | 10.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.5%±0.4 pts | 8.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.1%±0.3 pts | 93.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 44.4%±0.7 pts | 37.7% | +3.6 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 13.7%±0.4 pts | 13.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.7%±0.3 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 Utah County earn?
Half of Utah County's 203,018 households earn less than $100,671 a year (±$1,431), against $95,166 in Utah. In 2015-2019 the median was $91,890 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $8,781 after inflation. 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Utah County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $100,671±$1,431 | $95,166 | +$8,781 |
| Mean household income | $127,591±$1,655 | $121,376 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,082±$496 | $40,873 | +$4,819 |
| People below the poverty line | 8.7%±0.4 pts | 8.5% | −1.9 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 7.0%±0.7 pts | 8.8% | −2.4 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.0%±0.3 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 93.4%±0.4 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 Utah County?
Owners occupy 68.3% of Utah County's occupied homes and renters 31.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $538,700 by its owner (±$5,787). The median renter pays $1,541 a month including utilities, and 35.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Utah County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $538,700±$5,787 | $489,400 | +$162,723 |
| Median gross rent | $1,541±$23 | $1,496 | +$236 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.9%±1.8 pts | 37.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,115±$20 | $2,009 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68.3%±0.7 pts | 70.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 211,066±130 | 1,223,468 | +36,904 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.7%±0.7 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 64.0%±0.6 pts | 66.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.3%±0.2 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 6.7%±0.4 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.5%±0.3 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 Utah County building?
Builders took permits for 7,202 new housing units across Utah County in 2025 (5,324 single-family), 9.5 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 Utah County get to work?
65.3% of Utah County's workers drive alone and 19.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | Utah County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 71.8%±0.4 pts | 69.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±0.2 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 65.3%±0.8 pts | 67.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.7%±0.5 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.7%±0.2 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.7%±0.3 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 19.0%±0.6 pts | 17.6% | +11.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.6 min±0.3 | 22.1 min | +0.7 min |
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 Utah County's census tracts?
Utah County is divided into 156 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $29,846 (Tract 9802) to $198,105 (Tract 102.17).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Utah County compare with Utah's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 2nd of 29 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 4th of 29 |
| Residents per square mile | 4th of 29 |
| Median household income | 7th of 29 |
| Median home value | 4th of 29 |
| Median gross rent | 6th of 29 |
| Poverty rate | 17th of 29 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 3rd of 29 |
| Median age | 29th 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
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