Ogden, UT Metro Area

Ogden, UT · Metro Area

653,374Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (2 central, 1 outlying), part of the Salt Lake City-Provo-Orem, UT-ID combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $101,203
Median home value: $471,500
Land area: 1,484 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Davis County, UT	Central	370,924	$110,884	$505,500
Weber County, UT	Central	269,648	$90,005	$426,700
Morgan County, UT	Outlying	12,802	$130,929	$654,900

Largest cities and towns

36 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Ogden, UT	City	87,413	$72,575
Layton, UT	City	83,286	$102,480
Bountiful, UT	City	45,023	$104,785
Roy, UT	City	38,993	$91,282
Syracuse, UT	City	35,488	$133,443
Clearfield, UT	City	33,523	$75,495
Kaysville, UT	City	33,053	$133,026
Farmington, UT	City	25,389	$127,338
Clinton, UT	City	23,612	$116,194
North Salt Lake, UT	City	23,474	$101,447
North Ogden, UT	City	21,947	$113,722
West Haven, UT	City	21,563	$101,012
South Ogden, UT	City	17,650	$80,130
Centerville, UT	City	16,679	$123,130
West Point, UT	City	11,929	$120,687
Woods Cross, UT	City	11,531	$120,543
Pleasant View, UT	City	11,217	$129,462
Hooper, UT	City	9,338	$113,333
Riverdale, UT	City	9,279	$67,323
Washington Terrace, UT	City	9,182	$80,119
Plain City, UT	City	8,396	$132,766
South Weber, UT	City	8,115	$138,600
Farr West, UT	City	7,952	$127,574
Harrisville, UT	City	6,935	$88,750
Fruit Heights, UT	City	6,023	$140,679

Also in the Salt Lake City-Provo-Orem, UT-ID combined area

Salt Lake City-Murray, UT · metro · 1,275,870 Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT · metro · 717,986 Heber, UT · micro · 79,612 Brigham City, UT-ID · micro · 66,014

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

Unemployment

2.8%

College Educated

34.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$101,203

Mean Household Income

$122,629

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.7%

Female

49.3%

Population Split

Male50.7%

Female49.3%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English29.0%

Mexican10.6%

German10.0%

Irish6.3%

Scottish4.2%

Italian2.6%

French1.4%

Polish0.8%

African0.3%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

6.1%Foreign Born

93.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized49.0%

Non-Citizen51.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later27.8%

Before 201072.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

225,389

Median Rent

$1,500/mo

Median Home Value

$471,500

Median Year Built

1990

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

189,929

College Enrollment

16.7%

High School

23.8%

College Educated

34.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.1 min

Drive Alone Rate

71.4%

Public Transit

1.2%

Work From Home

16.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.7%

18-34 Years

24.0%

35-64 Years

35.7%

65+ Years

11.6%

Population Composition

Under 1828.7%

18-3424.0%

35-6435.7%

65+11.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

61.0%

Single Parent

5.5%

Living Alone

19.1%

Avg Size

3.03

Household Types

Married Couples61.0%

Single Parent5.5%

Living Alone19.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$40,899

SNAP Usage

5.2%

Health Insurance

93.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k8.0%

$25k - $50k12.1%

$50k - $100k29.3%

$100k+50.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

11.8%

Retail Trade

11.2%

Education & Health Care

21.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

10.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

94.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.7%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

100.3

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

97.6

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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