County · Utah
Wasatch County, Utah
Wasatch County, Utah. Wasatch County had 38,514 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 10.7% since 2020, faster than Utah (+8.2%). It holds 10 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 49051.
Wasatch County is one of the 2 counties of the Heber, UT micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
38,514
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 34,788 · ACS 2020-2024: 36,642
Median household income
$117,608
±$8,505 (90% margin)
Utah: $95,166
Median home value
$787,300
±$26,979 (90% margin)
Utah: $489,400
Median gross rent
$2,000
±$244 (90% margin)
Utah: $1,496
How many people live in Wasatch County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 34,788 residents in Wasatch County. The Census Bureau estimates 38,514 for July 1, 2025, up 10.7% since 2020, faster than Utah (+8.2%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 36,642 over 1,177 square miles of land.
| Measure | Wasatch County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 36,642 | 3,392,331 | +4,934 |
| Households | 12,880±383 | 1,124,822 | +3,001 |
| Average household size | 2.83±0.08 | 2.97 | −0.36 |
| Housing units | 16,228±64 | 1,223,468 | +3,007 |
Wasatch County's population since 2000
From 15,215 in 2000 to 38,514 in 2025: up 153.1%. 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 Wasatch County?
Wasatch County holds 10 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Heber with 19,651 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Heber | 16,856 | $110,339 |
|---|---|---|
| Midway | 6,003 | $157,065 |
| Hideout | 922 | $98,929 |
| Daniel | 916 | $106,471 |
| Timber LakesGEOID 4976280 | 866 | not published |
| Charleston | 436 | $96,607 |
| WallsburgGEOID 4980970 | 290 | $107,292 |
| InterlakenGEOID 4937924 | 179 | $173,542 |
| IndependenceGEOID 4937690 | 121 | not published |
| Park City | 8,396 | $133,558 |
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 Wasatch County?
The median resident of Wasatch County is 36.8 years old; 28.8% are under 18 and 13.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 80.6%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 14.7%. 8.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Wasatch County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.8±0.5 | 32.0 | +2.8 |
| Under 18 years | 28.8%±0.2 pts | 27.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 13.6%±0.2 pts | 11.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 14.7% | 15.9% | +1.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 80.6%±0.7 pts | 74.7% | −3.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.5 pts | 2.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.6 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.3%±0.9 pts | 8.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 15.4%±1.6 pts | 15.9% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 3.8%±0.8 pts | 4.6% | – |
| With a disability | 6.2%±1.2 pts | 10.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.5%±1.6 pts | 8.4% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.7%±1.2 pts | 93.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 51.3%±2.5 pts | 37.7% | +11.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 18.8%±2.0 pts | 13.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.0%±1.2 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 Wasatch County earn?
Half of Wasatch County's 12,880 households earn less than $117,608 a year (±$8,505), against $95,166 in Utah. In 2015-2019 the median was $104,813 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $12,795 after inflation. 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Wasatch County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $117,608±$8,505 | $95,166 | +$12,795 |
| Mean household income | $167,205±$12,052 | $121,376 | – |
| Per capita income | $58,251±$4,018 | $40,873 | +$14,388 |
| People below the poverty line | 4.7%±1.6 pts | 8.5% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 6.7%±3.2 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 1.0%±0.6 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 94.4%±1.9 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 Wasatch County?
Owners occupy 80.3% of Wasatch County's occupied homes and renters 19.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $787,300 by its owner (±$26,979). The median renter pays $2,000 a month including utilities, and 36.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Wasatch County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $787,300±$26,979 | $489,400 | +$270,532 |
| Median gross rent | $2,000±$244 | $1,496 | +$321 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 36.1%±9.1 pts | 37.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,617±$131 | $2,009 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 80.3%±3.3 pts | 70.2% | +7.3 pts |
| Housing units | 16,228±64 | 1,223,468 | +3,007 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.6 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.3%±4.2 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 76.5%±2.5 pts | 66.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.7%±0.7 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 5.5%±1.2 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 5.9%±1.4 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 Wasatch County building?
Builders took permits for 1,128 new housing units across Wasatch County in 2025 (786 single-family), 29.3 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 Wasatch County get to work?
67.6% of Wasatch County's workers drive alone and 19.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.0%.
| Measure | Wasatch County | Utah | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 69.1%±1.7 pts | 69.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0%±0.7 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 67.6%±3.1 pts | 67.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.4%±1.6 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±0.8 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 19.1%±2.2 pts | 17.6% | +11.6 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.6 min±1.0 | 22.1 min | −2.4 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 Wasatch County's census tracts?
Wasatch County is divided into 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $83,379 (Tract 9602.01) to $188,000 (Tract 9604.02).
| Tract 9405.0149051940501 | 4,303±516 | $151,142 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 960149051960100 | 5,412±702 | $111,850 |
| Tract 9602.0149051960201 | 4,916±637 | $83,379 |
| Tract 9602.0249051960202 | 4,870±629 | $116,250 |
| Tract 9602.0349051960203 | 4,654±552 | $89,531 |
| Tract 9602.0449051960204 | 4,350±593 | $103,304 |
| Tract 9604.0149051960401 | 2,894±397 | $140,705 |
| Tract 9604.0249051960402 | 4,340±282 | $188,000 |
| Tract 960549051960500 | 903±243 | $140,000 |
| Tract 980149051980100 | 0±13 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Wasatch County compare with Utah's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 12th of 29 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 8th of 29 |
| Residents per square mile | 7th of 29 |
| Median household income | 3rd of 29 |
| Median home value | 2nd of 29 |
| Median gross rent | 1st of 29 |
| Poverty rate | 27th of 29 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 2nd of 29 |
| Median age | 12th 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 Wasatch 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.