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Midvale, Utah Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midvale, Utah had a total population of 35,989, the 29th largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $75,084, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Midvale Quick Facts

Population 35,989
Median Household Income $75,084
Median Home Value $436,600
Poverty Rate 11.2%
Unemployment Rate 3.3%
Median Age 32.7 years
Homeownership Rate 43.4%
Affordability Ratio 5.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.8%
High School Graduation Rate 91.7%
Diversity Index 54/100
Population 35,989 29th of 326
Median Income $75,084 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 11.2% 10% lower than national
Median Home Value $436,600 average

How Midvale Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population35,73635,989+0.7%
Median household income$73,058$75,084+2.8%
Median home value$408,400$436,600+6.9%

How Midvale Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%
$25K-$50K 17.4%
$50K-$100K 35.6%
$100K+ 33.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.5%
$10K-$15K
3.5%
$15K-$20K
3.4%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
2.9%
$30K-$35K
2.8%
$35K-$40K
4.0%
$40K-$45K
3.9%
$45K-$50K
3.8%
$50K-$60K
8.9%
$60K-$75K
10.6%
$75K-$100K
16.2%
$100K-$125K
12.0%
$125K-$150K
6.6%
$150K-$200K
8.1%
$200K+
7.2%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6%|National: 5.2%
75.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 43.4%
Renter 56.6%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,597/mo 25.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

54out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Midvale Rankings in Utah

#29 Population of 326
#210 Median Income of 295
#131 Education of 326
#147 Home Value of 306

Other Cities in Salt Lake County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Salt Lake City 208,007 $75,090 13.6% $539,500
West Valley City 138,437 $92,209 9.9% $419,100
West Jordan 116,692 $108,153 6.1% $492,500
Sandy 94,291 $112,176 5.5% $614,100
South Jordan 82,686 $134,047 3.7% $650,500
Millcreek 63,648 $98,045 7.8% $627,200
Herriman 59,346 $122,650 4.9% $590,700
Taylorsville 58,678 $86,413 8.9% $433,800
Draper 50,278 $128,910 6.2% $784,800
Murray 50,188 $90,746 6.0% $507,500

Cities Similar to Midvale

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Clearfield33,523$75,495$373,90023.2%12.7%
Springville35,849$89,816$454,40039.2%7.3%
Kearns37,696$86,968$373,70013.7%7.6%
Cedar City38,524$63,589$377,00035.6%18.9%
American Fork37,109$98,878$496,70042.8%7.3%

Population Overview

Midvale is a mid-sized community located in Utah, within Salt Lake County. The total population is 35,989. It ranks as the 29th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.

Age Demographics

The median age in Midvale is 32.7 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Midvale is $75,084. This is 21% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $436,600. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 43.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Midvale is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (1.7% vs 1.1%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.5% vs 2.4%).

Education

33.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 91.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Midvale, 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 Midvale, Utah?

Midvale, Utah has a population of 35,989 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Midvale, UT?

The median household income in Midvale is $75,084, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Midvale, UT?

The poverty rate in Midvale is 11.2%. This means approximately 4,009 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Midvale, Utah?

Midvale's population is 64.5% White, 1.7% Black, 19.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Midvale, UT?

The median home value in Midvale is $436,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Midvale, Utah?

33.8% of adults (25+) in Midvale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.