Elmo, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elmo, Utah had a total population of 360, the 255th largest town in Utah, with a median household income of $45,000, which is 53% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 53% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Elmo Quick Facts
How Elmo 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 | 433 | 360 | -16.9% |
| Median household income | $52,143 | $45,000 | -13.7% |
| Median home value | $181,300 | $209,600 | +15.6% |
How Elmo 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+)
Elmo Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Emery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington | 1,965 | $76,500 | 12.0% | $199,100 |
| Castle Dale | 1,546 | $82,958 | 8.0% | $218,200 |
| Ferron | 1,517 | $70,947 | 17.7% | $216,000 |
| Orangeville | 1,445 | $90,086 | 20.2% | $246,200 |
| Green River | 720 | $65,129 | 12.2% | $173,800 |
| Emery | 491 | $73,125 | 37.1% | $134,400 |
| Cleveland | 378 | $74,375 | 5.8% | $192,000 |
| Clawson | 197 | $75,250 | 0.0% | $234,600 |
Cities Similar to Elmo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Valley | 357 | $47,167 | $422,600 | 36.0% | 0.0% |
| La Sal | 373 | N/A | $86,600 | 10.3% | 0.0% |
| Kingston | 373 | $43,250 | $274,300 | 10.7% | 0.0% |
| Boulder | 360 | $39,688 | N/A | 32.0% | 24.2% |
| Henrieville | 391 | $49,375 | $205,000 | 12.9% | 13.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 360, Elmo'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
Elmo is a small community located in Utah, within Emery County. The total population is 360. It ranks as the 255th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elmo is 37.8 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elmo is $45,000. This is 53% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $209,600. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Elmo was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.7% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 95.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elmo, 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 Elmo, Utah?
Elmo, Utah has a population of 360 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elmo, UT?
The median household income in Elmo is $45,000, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elmo, UT?
The poverty rate in Elmo is 8.3%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elmo, Utah?
Elmo's population is 99.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elmo, UT?
The median home value in Elmo is $209,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.
How educated is Elmo, Utah?
11.2% of adults (25+) in Elmo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.