La Sal, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Sal, Utah had a total population of 373, the 250th largest community in Utah. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
La Sal Quick Facts
How La Sal 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 | 251 | 373 | +48.6% |
How La Sal 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
La Sal Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in San Juan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blanding | 3,275 | $71,797 | 16.8% | $305,800 |
| Monticello | 2,200 | $72,969 | 4.5% | $301,400 |
| Spanish Valley | 756 | N/A | 0.5% | $775,700 |
| Oljato-Monument Valley | 676 | $30,227 | 35.8% | $44,100 |
| Navajo Mountain | 610 | N/A | 69.7% | $9,999 |
| Aneth | 257 | $62,917 | 17.9% | $61,700 |
| Halchita | 254 | N/A | 25.6% | $73,400 |
| Montezuma Creek | 239 | N/A | 43.2% | $38,200 |
| Bluff | 233 | $56,042 | 0.0% | $402,000 |
| White Mesa | 124 | N/A | 16.9% | $335,700 |
Cities Similar to La Sal
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston | 373 | $43,250 | $274,300 | 10.7% | 0.0% |
| Manila | 371 | $78,000 | $244,300 | 19.3% | 2.7% |
| Woodruff | 371 | $63,750 | $231,000 | 18.6% | 1.4% |
| Cleveland | 378 | $74,375 | $192,000 | 21.5% | 5.8% |
| Newcastle | 367 | $86,739 | $280,400 | 35.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 373, La Sal'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
La Sal is a small community located in Utah, within San Juan County. The total population is 373. It ranks as the 250th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Sal is 66.4 years. This is 108% higher than the state median of 32.0 years. 45.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in La Sal. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in La Sal, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $86,600. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $489,400. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in La Sal is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 45.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (45.8% vs 15.9%).
Education
10.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 73% 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 60.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Sal, 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 La Sal, Utah?
La Sal, Utah has a population of 373 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Sal, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for La Sal — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Sal, UT?
The ACS sample for La Sal recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of La Sal, Utah?
La Sal's population is 54.2% White, 0.0% Black, 45.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in La Sal, UT?
The median home value in La Sal is $86,600.
How educated is La Sal, Utah?
10.3% of adults (25+) in La Sal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.