Charleston town, Utah Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Charleston town, Utah Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Charleston town, Utah has a total population of 484, the 232nd largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $93,875, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Key Takeaways

Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 7.2x the median household income.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Charleston town Quick Facts

Population 484

Median Household Income $93,875

Median Home Value $672,300

Poverty Rate 7.8%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 51.7 years

Homeownership Rate 81.6%

Affordability Ratio 7.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.3%

High School Graduation Rate 95.0%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 484 232nd of 329

Median Income $93,875 above average

Poverty Rate 7.8% 38% lower national

Median Home Value $672,300 top 10%

How Charleston town Compares

Median Household Income

Charleston town

$93,875

$91,750

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Charleston town

$672,300

$455,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.4%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 31.8%

$100K+ 45.6%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.4% | National: 5.2%

65.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.6%

Renter 18.4%

Affordability Index Very Expensive

7.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.9%

18-34

18.4%

35-54

20.9%

55-74

38.8%

75+

6.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Charleston town Rankings in Utah

#232 Population of 329

#108 Median Income of 329

#163 Education of 329

#29 Home Value of 329

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Cities Similar to Charleston town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Amalga town	486	$98,438	$401,600	38.5%	0.8%
Avon CDP	499	$93,750	$469,700	40.6%	0.0%
Deseret CDP	505	N/A	$231,400	8.6%	0.0%
Huntsville town	493	$83,500	$577,400	33.2%	9.1%
Woodland CDP	505	$80,556	$658,300	37.2%	2.4%

Population Overview

Charleston town is a small community located in Utah. The total population is 484. It ranks as the 232nd most populous out of 329 cities and towns in Utah.

Age Demographics

The median age in Charleston town is 51.7 years. This is 63% higher than the state median of 31.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Charleston town is $93,875. This is 2% higher than the state median of $91,750. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.4%. The median home value is $672,300. Housing costs are 48% higher than the state median of $455,000. The home-value-to-income ratio of 7.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 81.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 70.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Charleston town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 15.4%.

Education

29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 36.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Charleston town, Utah is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Utah state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 329 Census-designated places in Utah. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Charleston town, Utah?

Charleston town, Utah has a population of 484 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Charleston town, UT?

The median household income in Charleston town is $93,875, which is 20% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Charleston town, UT?

The poverty rate in Charleston town is 7.8%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Charleston town, Utah?

Charleston town's population is 90.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Charleston town, UT?

The median home value in Charleston town is $672,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 7.2x.

How educated is Charleston town, Utah?

29.3% of adults (25+) in Charleston town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.