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Ferron, Utah Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ferron, Utah had a total population of 1,517, the 151st largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $70,947, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Ferron Quick Facts

Population 1,517
Median Household Income $70,947
Median Home Value $216,000
Poverty Rate 17.7%
Unemployment Rate 7.6%
Median Age 28.5 years
Homeownership Rate 68.6%
Affordability Ratio 3.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.4%
High School Graduation Rate 94.2%
Diversity Index 3/100
Population 1,517 151st of 326
Median Income $70,947 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 17.7% 42% higher than national
Median Home Value $216,000 bottom 10%

How Ferron Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,3611,517+11.5%
Median household income$68,324$70,947+3.8%
Median home value$213,300$216,000+1.3%

How Ferron Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.4%
$25K-$50K 20.8%
$50K-$100K 37.6%
$100K+ 21.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
7.4%
$10K-$15K
6.6%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
6.4%
$25K-$30K
7.4%
$30K-$35K
4.9%
$35K-$40K
4.5%
$40K-$45K
2.1%
$45K-$50K
1.9%
$50K-$60K
5.7%
$60K-$75K
9.6%
$75K-$100K
22.3%
$100K-$125K
11.5%
$125K-$150K
5.5%
$150K-$200K
4.3%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

7.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6%|National: 5.2%
52.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.6%
Renter 31.4%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $543/mo 9.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

3out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Ferron Rankings in Utah

#151 Population of 326
#231 Median Income of 295
#233 Education of 326
#282 Home Value of 306

Other Cities in Emery County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Huntington 1,965 $76,500 12.0% $199,100
Castle Dale 1,546 $82,958 8.0% $218,200
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
Elmo 360 $45,000 8.3% $209,600
Clawson 197 $75,250 0.0% $234,600

Cities Similar to Ferron

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Fountain Green1,521$73,017$372,60023.0%5.3%
Moroni1,535$65,833$283,10010.9%21.0%
Milford1,547$82,368$256,60026.6%2.3%
Castle Dale1,546$82,958$218,20034.1%8.0%
Carbonville1,636$67,193$336,40014.8%4.1%

Population Overview

Ferron is a small community located in Utah, within Emery County. The total population is 1,517. It ranks as the 151st most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ferron is 28.5 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 32.0 years. With 34.3% of the population under 18, Ferron has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ferron is $70,947. This is 25% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.7%. This is 109% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 113% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $216,000. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 68.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Ferron has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 15.9%.

Education

20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 94.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ferron, 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 Ferron, Utah?

Ferron, Utah has a population of 1,517 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ferron, UT?

The median household income in Ferron is $70,947, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Ferron, UT?

The poverty rate in Ferron is 17.7%. This means approximately 261 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ferron, Utah?

Ferron's population is 98.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ferron, UT?

The median home value in Ferron is $216,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Ferron, Utah?

20.4% of adults (25+) in Ferron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.