Joseph, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Joseph, Utah had a total population of 559, the 221st largest town in Utah, with a median household income of $89,375, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Joseph Quick Facts
How Joseph 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 | 546 | 559 | +2.4% |
| Median household income | $80,000 | $89,375 | +11.7% |
| Median home value | $242,400 | $242,500 | +0.0% |
How Joseph 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+)
Joseph Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Sevier County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield | 8,224 | $74,756 | 12.5% | $332,500 |
| Monroe | 2,616 | $66,172 | 6.7% | $318,300 |
| Salina | 2,546 | $64,129 | 15.7% | $285,900 |
| Aurora | 949 | $91,250 | 4.6% | $297,200 |
| Central Valley | 767 | $93,333 | 3.8% | $347,800 |
| Redmond | 767 | $77,083 | 7.1% | $267,700 |
| Elsinore | 750 | $70,500 | 7.4% | $244,100 |
| Annabella | 701 | $82,500 | 1.6% | $355,700 |
| Glenwood | 673 | $83,875 | 3.9% | $321,000 |
| Sigurd | 444 | $80,357 | 5.4% | $270,300 |
Cities Similar to Joseph
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cove | 521 | N/A | N/A | 21.5% | 0.0% |
| Navajo Mountain | 610 | N/A | $9,999 | 6.1% | 69.7% |
| Trenton | 526 | $95,313 | $358,300 | 24.2% | 4.0% |
| Amalga | 511 | $97,679 | $431,300 | 41.5% | 0.0% |
| Huntsville | 567 | $113,750 | $768,300 | 37.4% | 7.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 559, Joseph'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
Joseph is a small community located in Utah, within Sevier County. The total population is 559. It ranks as the 221st most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Joseph is 33.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Joseph is $89,375. This is 6% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 7.3%. This is 104% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $242,500. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $489,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Joseph is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Joseph has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 15.9%.
Education
20.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Joseph, 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 Joseph, Utah?
Joseph, Utah has a population of 559 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Joseph, UT?
The median household income in Joseph is $89,375, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Joseph, UT?
The poverty rate in Joseph is 10.5%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Joseph, Utah?
Joseph's population is 98.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Joseph, UT?
The median home value in Joseph is $242,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Joseph, Utah?
20.1% of adults (25+) in Joseph hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.