Kanab, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kanab, Utah had a total population of 5,081, the 97th largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $85,486, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kanab Quick Facts
How Kanab 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 | 4,950 | 5,081 | +2.6% |
| Median household income | $80,040 | $85,486 | +6.8% |
| Median home value | $378,600 | $456,800 | +20.7% |
How Kanab 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+)
Kanab Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Kane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orderville | 803 | $82,688 | 8.0% | $367,700 |
| Big Water | 502 | $48,750 | 22.8% | $272,500 |
| Glendale | 493 | $50,625 | 41.0% | $275,000 |
| Alton | 260 | $71,250 | 2.7% | $380,000 |
Cities Similar to Kanab
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maeser | 4,435 | $83,813 | $341,200 | 22.7% | 7.7% |
| Sunset | 5,587 | $76,364 | $332,500 | 9.4% | 10.5% |
| Moab | 5,312 | $61,667 | $518,900 | 39.4% | 15.9% |
| White City | 5,669 | $106,357 | $466,600 | 32.7% | 6.6% |
| Hyde Park | 5,540 | $113,102 | $573,900 | 53.3% | 1.9% |
Population Overview
Kanab is a small city located in Utah, within Kane County. The total population is 5,081. It ranks as the 97th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kanab is 42.6 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kanab is $85,486. This is 10% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 33% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $456,800. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 75.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kanab has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 15.9%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
28.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kanab, 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 Kanab, Utah?
Kanab, Utah has a population of 5,081 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kanab, UT?
The median household income in Kanab is $85,486, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kanab, UT?
The poverty rate in Kanab is 5.6%. This means approximately 274 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kanab, Utah?
Kanab's population is 90.6% White, 0.3% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kanab, UT?
The median home value in Kanab is $456,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.
How educated is Kanab, Utah?
28.2% of adults (25+) in Kanab hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.