Skip to main content

St. George, Utah Demographics & Population 2026

5th Largest5th most populous city in Utah

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. George, Utah had a total population of 101,995, the 5th largest city in Utah, with a median household income of $76,508, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.

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

Key Takeaways

St. George Quick Facts

Population 101,995
Median Household Income $76,508
Median Home Value $496,100
Poverty Rate 11.4%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 38.3 years
Homeownership Rate 66.7%
Affordability Ratio 6.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.7%
High School Graduation Rate 94.6%
Diversity Index 36/100
Population 101,995 5th of 326
Median Income $76,508 below average
Poverty Rate 11.4% 9% lower than national
Median Home Value $496,100 above average

How St. George 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
Population99,184101,995+2.8%
Median household income$72,870$76,508+5.0%
Median home value$456,900$496,100+8.6%

How St. George Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.6%
$25K-$50K 20.9%
$50K-$100K 29.8%
$100K+ 38.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.7%
$10K-$15K
2.1%
$15K-$20K
2.1%
$20K-$25K
2.7%
$25K-$30K
3.6%
$30K-$35K
4.3%
$35K-$40K
4.4%
$40K-$45K
4.5%
$45K-$50K
4.1%
$50K-$60K
7.5%
$60K-$75K
10.1%
$75K-$100K
12.2%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
8.6%
$150K-$200K
9.8%
$200K+
9.6%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6%|National: 5.2%
58.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.7%
Renter 33.3%
Affordability Index Expensive
6.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,545/mo 24.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

36out 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

St. George Rankings in Utah

#5 Population of 326
#196 Median Income of 295
#110 Education of 326
#106 Home Value of 306

Other Cities in Washington County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Washington 32,348 $91,853 5.5% $570,400
Hurricane 22,771 $75,016 9.0% $456,000
Ivins 9,998 $78,089 11.8% $594,000
Santa Clara 8,152 $96,475 3.9% $558,100
La Verkin 4,476 $68,269 23.5% $393,300
Toquerville 2,344 $97,813 3.5% $563,200
Enterprise 1,955 $91,250 2.4% $378,300
Hildale 1,372 $78,523 19.3% $379,200
Apple Valley 1,181 $86,250 7.9% $457,800
Dammeron Valley 877 $114,188 5.5% $821,100

Cities Similar to St. George

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Orem97,182$83,342$472,30043.6%10.2%
Ogden87,413$72,575$355,60025.9%13.7%
Provo114,766$64,171$467,20045.2%23.0%
Sandy94,291$112,176$614,10046.1%5.5%
West Jordan116,692$108,153$492,50029.1%6.1%

Population Overview

St. George is a major urban center located in Utah, within Washington County. The total population is 101,995. It ranks as the 5th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.

Age Demographics

The median age in St. George is 38.3 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 32.0 years. 10.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in St. George is $76,508. This is 20% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. The median home value is $496,100. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.5x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in St. George is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.1%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.1%.

Education

36.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 94.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for St. George, 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.

Free data download: Get all Utah city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of St. George, Utah?

St. George, Utah has a population of 101,995 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in St. George, UT?

The median household income in St. George is $76,508, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in St. George, UT?

The poverty rate in St. George is 11.4%. This means approximately 11,468 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of St. George, Utah?

St. George's population is 78.9% White, 0.5% Black, 14.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in St. George, UT?

The median home value in St. George is $496,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.5x.

How educated is St. George, Utah?

36.7% of adults (25+) in St. George hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.