Mexican Hat, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mexican Hat, Utah had a total population of 20, the 324th largest community in Utah. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mexican Hat Quick Facts
How Mexican Hat 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 | 18 | 20 | +11.1% |
How Mexican Hat Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Mexican Hat 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 |
| La Sal | 373 | N/A | 0.0% | $86,600 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Mexican Hat
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flaming Gorge | 21 | $37,250 | N/A | 12.5% | 0.0% |
| Garden | 24 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Samak | 29 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dutch John | 31 | N/A | N/A | 7.4% | 22.6% |
| Scofield | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Mexican Hat'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
Mexican Hat is a small community located in Utah, within San Juan County. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 324th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 1076% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 0.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mexican Hat, 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 Mexican Hat, Utah?
Mexican Hat, Utah has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mexican Hat, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mexican Hat — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mexican Hat, UT?
The poverty rate in Mexican Hat is 100.0%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mexican Hat, Utah?
Mexican Hat's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mexican Hat, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Mexican Hat — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Mexican Hat, Utah?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Mexican Hat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.