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St. George, UT Metro Area

St. George, UT · Metro Area

196,431Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$80,632
Median home value
$510,700
Land area
2,427 sq mi
81 people per 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.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Washington County, UTCentral196,431$80,632$510,700

Largest cities and towns

19 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
St. George, UTCity101,995$76,508
Washington, UTCity32,348$91,853
Hurricane, UTCity22,771$75,016
Ivins, UTCity9,998$78,089
Santa Clara, UTCity8,152$96,475
La Verkin, UTCity4,476$68,269
Toquerville, UTCity2,344$97,813
Enterprise, UTCity1,955$91,250
Hildale, UTCity1,372$78,523
Apple Valley, UTTown1,181$86,250
Dammeron Valley, UTCDP877$114,188
Virgin, UTTown715$70,625
Central, UTCDP660$115,486
Leeds, UTTown646$84,688
Springdale, UTTown421$89,000
New Harmony, UTTown393$85,298
Veyo, UTCDP355$68,182
Rockville, UTTown260$54,722
Pine Valley, UTCDP118$119,145

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
9.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
College Educated
35.2%
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
$80,632
Mean Household Income
$107,780

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
49.8%
Female
50.2%

Population Split

Male49.8%
Female50.2%

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

English30.7%
German12.9%
Irish8.1%
Mexican8.1%
Scottish4.3%
Italian3.0%
French1.5%
Polish1.0%
African0.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.8%Foreign Born
94.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized42.8%
Non-Citizen57.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later24.2%
Before 201075.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
82,189
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Median Home Value
$510,700
Median Year Built
2003

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
50,317
College Enrollment
20.3%
High School
24.1%
College Educated
35.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
19.2 min
Drive Alone Rate
71.6%
Public Transit
0.5%
Work From Home
14.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
24.4%
18-34 Years
20.9%
35-64 Years
32.4%
65+ Years
22.3%

Population Composition

Under 1824.4%
18-3420.9%
35-6432.4%
65+22.3%

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
64.1%
Single Parent
3.4%
Living Alone
20.5%
Avg Size
2.78

Household Types

Married Couples64.1%
Single Parent3.4%
Living Alone20.5%

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
$39,171
SNAP Usage
4.5%
Health Insurance
88.9%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k10.0%
$25k - $50k19.2%
$50k - $100k30.1%
$100k+40.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
7.3%
Retail Trade
11.9%
Education & Health Care
24.9%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

88.9%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
93.1%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
97.3%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
97.3
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
77.6
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)