Kane County, Utah Demographics 2026
Kane County, Utah has a population of 8,170, the 23rd most populous county in Utah. The median household income is $77,092 and the median home value is $410,900. The poverty rate is 9.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kane County Quick Facts
How Kane County 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 | 7,996 | 8,170 | +2.2% |
| Median household income | $75,000 | $77,092 | +2.8% |
| Median home value | $350,900 | $410,900 | +17.1% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Kane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanab | 5,081 | $85,486 | 5.6% | $456,800 |
| 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 |
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Population Overview
Kane County is located in Utah with a total population of 8,170. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 29 in Utah. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kane County is 43.3 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 32.0 years. 10.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kane County is $77,092. This is 19% 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 9.5%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $410,900. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kane County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 15.9%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.
Education
28.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 93.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Kane County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Utah and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kane County, Utah?
Kane County has a population of 8,170, making it the 23rd most populous county in Utah.
What is the median income in Kane County?
The median household income in Kane County is $77,092 with a poverty rate of 9.5%.
How many cities are in Kane County, Utah?
Kane County contains 5 Census-designated places.