Population
Utah has a population of 3,465,000 as of 2026, making it the #30 most populous state in the United States.
Utah Rankings
Where Utah places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Utah Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Utah's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Utah Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 3,465,000 |
| Births per day | 125 |
| Deaths per day | 55 |
| Net migrations per day | 45 |
| Net population change per day | +115 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Utah includes 82.38% White, 1.15% Black or African American, 2.37% Asian, 5.32% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,854,459 | 82.38% |
| Two or more races | 237,125 | 6.84% |
| Other race | 184,362 | 5.32% |
| Asian | 82,052 | 2.37% |
| Black or African American | 39,793 | 1.15% |
| Native American | 34,766 | 1.00% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 32,445 | 0.94% |
Utah Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Utah has experienced steady population growth over the past decades. According to the 2020 census data, Utah had a population of 3,271,616, representing a 18.4% increase from the 2010 census figure of 2,763,885. With an annual growth rate of 1.69% from 2010-2020, Utah had the 4th fastest growing population in the United States. This rate of growth is more than 50% higher than the national average. The two largest demographic groups in Utah are young adults and children under 18, together making up over half of the total population. Utah also has the largest average household size in the U.S., attributable primarily to the predominance of families with children across the state. Overall, Utah's rapidly rising population numbers reflect migration of families attracted by job growth, outdoor recreational opportunities, and the family-centered culture.
Economics and Income Statistics
Utah's average per capita income is $37,023. Household income levels show a median of $86,833. The poverty rate stands at 8.52%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,001 | $128,001 |
| Families | $100,001 | $132,001 |
| Households | $86,833 | — |
| Non Families | $49,232 | $69,909 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Utah
The largest city in Utah is Salt Lake City with a population of 200,133.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salt Lake City | 200,133 |
| 2 | West Valley City | 140,230 |
| 3 | West Jordan | 116,961 |
| 4 | Provo | 115,162 |
| 5 | Orem | 97,499 |
| 6 | Sandy | 96,904 |
| 7 | Ogden | 87,321 |
| 8 | St. George | 89,587 |
| 9 | Layton | 81,773 |
| 10 | South Jordan | 77,487 |
Population by County
Utah's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Utah →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Utah
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Utah.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.