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South Ogden, Utah Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, South Ogden, Utah had a total population of 17,650, the 50th largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $80,130, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.

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

South Ogden Quick Facts

Population 17,650
Median Household Income $80,130
Median Home Value $407,800
Poverty Rate 8.6%
Unemployment Rate 2.6%
Median Age 32.7 years
Homeownership Rate 67.2%
Affordability Ratio 5.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.4%
High School Graduation Rate 95.5%
Diversity Index 35/100
Population 17,650 50th of 326
Median Income $80,130 below average
Poverty Rate 8.6% 31% lower than national
Median Home Value $407,800 average

How South Ogden 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
Population17,56317,650+0.5%
Median household income$81,543$80,130-1.7%
Median home value$371,100$407,800+9.9%

How South Ogden Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%
$25K-$50K 15.7%
$50K-$100K 36.7%
$100K+ 37.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.4%
$10K-$15K
1.0%
$15K-$20K
1.7%
$20K-$25K
3.4%
$25K-$30K
2.9%
$30K-$35K
3.2%
$35K-$40K
2.1%
$40K-$45K
3.3%
$45K-$50K
4.3%
$50K-$60K
8.6%
$60K-$75K
12.2%
$75K-$100K
16.0%
$100K-$125K
11.0%
$125K-$150K
6.5%
$150K-$200K
8.8%
$200K+
10.9%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6%|National: 5.2%
69.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.2%
Renter 32.8%
Affordability Index Expensive
5.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,426/mo 21.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

35out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

South Ogden Rankings in Utah

#50 Population of 326
#180 Median Income of 295
#136 Education of 326
#162 Home Value of 306

Other Cities in Weber County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Ogden 87,413 $72,575 13.7% $355,600
Roy 38,993 $91,282 5.0% $383,000
North Ogden 21,947 $113,722 5.3% $476,600
West Haven 21,563 $101,012 6.2% $564,300
Pleasant View 11,217 $129,462 2.4% $593,400
Hooper 9,338 $113,333 4.4% $628,500
Riverdale 9,279 $67,323 11.1% $395,200
Washington Terrace 9,182 $80,119 6.5% $353,900
Plain City 8,396 $132,766 2.6% $579,600
Farr West 7,952 $127,574 4.2% $563,000

Cities Similar to South Ogden

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Heber18,015$110,339$654,20045.5%5.3%
Santaquin16,436$99,837$465,10029.6%3.9%
Brigham City19,992$71,308$369,30028.9%11.2%
Centerville16,679$123,130$531,20051.3%3.1%
Hurricane22,771$75,016$456,00028.0%9.0%

Population Overview

South Ogden is a small city located in Utah, within Weber County. The total population is 17,650. It ranks as the 50th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.

Age Demographics

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

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in South Ogden is $80,130. This is 16% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $407,800. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in South Ogden is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.2%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

33.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 95.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for South Ogden, 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 South Ogden, Utah?

South Ogden, Utah has a population of 17,650 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in South Ogden, UT?

The median household income in South Ogden is $80,130, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in South Ogden, UT?

The poverty rate in South Ogden is 8.6%. This means approximately 1,494 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of South Ogden, Utah?

South Ogden's population is 79.7% White, 1.4% Black, 13.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in South Ogden, UT?

The median home value in South Ogden is $407,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is South Ogden, Utah?

33.4% of adults (25+) in South Ogden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.