Huntington, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Huntington, Utah had a total population of 1,965, the 129th largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $76,500, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Huntington Quick Facts
How Huntington 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 | 2,271 | 1,965 | -13.5% |
| Median household income | $79,091 | $76,500 | -3.3% |
| Median home value | $192,700 | $199,100 | +3.3% |
How Huntington 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+)
Huntington Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Emery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Elmo | 360 | $45,000 | 8.3% | $209,600 |
| Clawson | 197 | $75,250 | 0.0% | $234,600 |
Cities Similar to Huntington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | 1,955 | $91,250 | $378,300 | 20.4% | 2.4% |
| Duchesne | 1,753 | $77,059 | $262,200 | 14.0% | 14.5% |
| Monticello | 2,200 | $72,969 | $301,400 | 23.4% | 4.5% |
| Panguitch | 1,701 | $76,750 | $331,700 | 26.5% | 5.9% |
| Marriott-Slaterville | 1,979 | $101,786 | $593,100 | 24.5% | 6.5% |
Population Overview
Huntington is a small community located in Utah, within Emery County. The total population is 1,965. It ranks as the 129th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Huntington is 34.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Huntington is $76,500. This is 20% 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 12.0%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 119% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $199,100. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $489,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Huntington is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Huntington has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.6%.
Education
14.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Huntington, 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 Huntington, Utah?
Huntington, Utah has a population of 1,965 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Huntington, UT?
The median household income in Huntington is $76,500, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Huntington, UT?
The poverty rate in Huntington is 12.0%. This means approximately 231 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Huntington, Utah?
Huntington's population is 88.0% White, 0.0% Black, 10.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Huntington, UT?
The median home value in Huntington is $199,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Huntington, Utah?
14.8% of adults (25+) in Huntington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.