Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT Metro Area

Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT · Metro Area

717,986Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 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: $100,704
Median home value: $535,500
Land area: 5,395 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
Utah County, UT	Central	705,400	$100,671	$538,700
Juab County, UT	Outlying	12,586	$101,786	$425,400

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Provo, UT	City	114,766	$64,171
Orem, UT	City	97,182	$83,342
Lehi, UT	City	85,173	$131,299
Eagle Mountain, UT	City	53,290	$113,648
Saratoga Springs, UT	City	48,425	$128,802
Spanish Fork, UT	City	44,946	$104,844
Pleasant Grove, UT	City	37,852	$101,073
American Fork, UT	City	37,109	$98,878
Springville, UT	City	35,849	$89,816
Payson, UT	City	23,039	$89,905
Highland, UT	City	20,119	$186,075
Santaquin, UT	City	16,436	$99,837
Mapleton, UT	City	13,114	$133,142
Lindon, UT	City	11,765	$120,956
Alpine, UT	City	10,392	$168,929
Salem, UT	City	10,324	$111,117
Cedar Hills, UT	City	9,950	$139,008
Nephi, UT	City	6,885	$106,108
Elk Ridge, UT	City	4,898	$143,167
Vineyard, UT	Town	3,953	$94,018
Genola, UT	Town	1,842	$126,667
Mona, UT	City	1,674	$115,179
Woodland Hills, UT	City	1,559	$151,964
West Mountain, UT	CDP	1,282	$111,791
Lake Shore, UT	CDP	1,129	$99,058

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

Salt Lake City-Murray, UT · metro · 1,275,870 Ogden, UT · metro · 653,374 Heber, UT · micro · 79,612 Brigham City, UT-ID · micro · 66,014

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Unemployment

3.7%

College Educated

43.9%

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

$100,704

Mean Household Income

$127,248

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

50.8%

Female

49.2%

Population Split

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

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

English32.8%

German9.7%

Mexican8.3%

Irish5.1%

Scottish4.2%

Italian2.1%

French1.4%

Polish0.5%

African0.4%

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

8.1%Foreign Born

91.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized38.8%

Non-Citizen61.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later41.5%

Before 201058.5%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

215,146

Median Rent

$1,534/mo

Median Home Value

$535,500

Median Year Built

2001

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

268,028

College Enrollment

29.7%

High School

19.8%

College Educated

43.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

22.6 min

Drive Alone Rate

65.5%

Public Transit

1.7%

Work From Home

18.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.6%

18-34 Years

31.9%

35-64 Years

28.5%

65+ Years

8.0%

Population Composition

Under 1831.6%

18-3431.9%

35-6428.5%

65+8.0%

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

68.5%

Single Parent

4.2%

Living Alone

12.8%

Avg Size

3.39

Household Types

Married Couples68.5%

Single Parent4.2%

Living Alone12.8%

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

$37,028

SNAP Usage

4.1%

Health Insurance

92.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k8.1%

$25k - $50k12.2%

$50k - $100k29.4%

$100k+50.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

8.9%

Retail Trade

11.7%

Education & Health Care

25.0%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

8.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.5%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

93.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

98.8%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

98.2

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

83.4

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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