Bicknell, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bicknell, Utah had a total population of 446, the 238th largest town in Utah, with a median household income of $76,932, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Bicknell Quick Facts
How Bicknell Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 383 | 446 | +16.4% |
| Median household income | $71,563 | $76,932 | +7.5% |
| Median home value | $338,900 | $370,800 | +9.4% |
How Bicknell Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bicknell Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Wayne County
Cities Similar to Bicknell
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circleville | 452 | $75,179 | $266,700 | 36.5% | 0.0% |
| Sigurd | 444 | $80,357 | $270,300 | 12.2% | 5.4% |
| Laketown | 437 | $79,211 | $405,600 | 29.3% | 2.1% |
| Holden | 467 | $77,031 | $285,400 | 34.3% | 8.6% |
| Scipio | 466 | $75,313 | $311,300 | 17.3% | 3.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 446, Bicknell's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bicknell is a small community located in Utah, within Wayne County. The total population is 446. It ranks as the 238th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bicknell is 43.7 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 32.0 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bicknell is $76,932. This is 19% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $370,800. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bicknell is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.4%.
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 37.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bicknell, Utah is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Utah state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 326 Census-designated places in Utah. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bicknell, Utah?
Bicknell, Utah has a population of 446 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bicknell, UT?
The median household income in Bicknell is $76,932, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bicknell, UT?
The poverty rate in Bicknell is 8.1%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bicknell, Utah?
Bicknell's population is 79.1% White, 0.0% Black, 16.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bicknell, UT?
The median home value in Bicknell is $370,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
How educated is Bicknell, Utah?
16.1% of adults (25+) in Bicknell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.