Spanish Valley, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Spanish Valley, Utah had a total population of 756, the 196th largest community in Utah. The poverty rate is 0.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 0.5% — among the lowest in Utah.
Spanish Valley Quick Facts
How Spanish Valley 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 | 925 | 756 | -18.3% |
| Median home value | $757,400 | $775,700 | +2.4% |
How Spanish Valley 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
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+)
Spanish Valley 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 |
| 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 |
| White Mesa | 124 | N/A | 16.9% | $335,700 |
Cities Similar to Spanish Valley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton | 756 | $81,000 | $382,500 | 36.7% | 4.6% |
| Elsinore | 750 | $70,500 | $244,100 | 14.3% | 7.4% |
| Fielding | 746 | $81,250 | $396,700 | 22.7% | 3.6% |
| Central Valley | 767 | $93,333 | $347,800 | 17.4% | 3.8% |
| Redmond | 767 | $77,083 | $267,700 | 16.5% | 7.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 756, Spanish Valley'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
Spanish Valley is a small community located in Utah, within San Juan County. The total population is 756. It ranks as the 196th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Spanish Valley is 39.1 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 32.0 years. With 35.7% of the population under 18, Spanish Valley has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 0.5%. This is 94% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Spanish Valley, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $775,700. Housing costs are 59% higher than the state median of $489,400. 97.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Spanish Valley was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
41.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 37.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Spanish Valley, 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 Spanish Valley, Utah?
Spanish Valley, Utah has a population of 756 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Spanish Valley, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Spanish Valley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Spanish Valley, UT?
The poverty rate in Spanish Valley is 0.5%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Spanish Valley, Utah?
Spanish Valley's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Spanish Valley, UT?
The median home value in Spanish Valley is $775,700.
How educated is Spanish Valley, Utah?
41.1% of adults (25+) in Spanish Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.