Timber Lakes, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Timber Lakes, Utah had a total population of 683, the 204th largest community in Utah. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 56.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Utah.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
Timber Lakes Quick Facts
How Timber Lakes 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 | 966 | 683 | -29.3% |
How Timber Lakes 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Timber Lakes Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Wasatch County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heber | 18,015 | $110,339 | 5.3% | $654,200 |
| Midway | 6,171 | $157,065 | 1.7% | $892,800 |
| Hideout | 1,253 | $98,929 | 19.9% | $1,149,600 |
| Daniel | 1,044 | $106,471 | 3.8% | $691,200 |
| Charleston | 414 | $96,607 | 8.1% | $712,100 |
| Wallsburg | 305 | $107,292 | 8.8% | $477,500 |
| Interlaken | 156 | $173,542 | 0.0% | $797,200 |
| Independence | 79 | N/A | 0.0% | $900,000 |
Cities Similar to Timber Lakes
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise | 679 | $109,688 | $555,800 | 49.6% | 1.9% |
| Oljato-Monument Valley | 676 | $30,227 | $44,100 | 5.5% | 35.8% |
| Glenwood | 673 | $83,875 | $321,000 | 33.3% | 3.9% |
| Annabella | 701 | $82,500 | $355,700 | 29.7% | 1.6% |
| Central | 660 | $115,486 | $368,800 | 36.6% | 5.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 683, Timber Lakes'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
Timber Lakes is a small community located in Utah, within Wasatch County. The total population is 683. It ranks as the 204th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Timber Lakes is 49.0 years. This is 53% higher than the state median of 32.0 years. With 30.3% of the population under 18, Timber Lakes has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 58% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. 94.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Timber Lakes is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.1%.
Education
56.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Timber Lakes in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 50% higher 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 96.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Timber Lakes, 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 Timber Lakes, Utah?
Timber Lakes, Utah has a population of 683 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Timber Lakes, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Timber Lakes — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Timber Lakes, UT?
The poverty rate in Timber Lakes is 13.5%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Timber Lakes, Utah?
Timber Lakes's population is 63.0% White, 0.0% Black, 16.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Timber Lakes, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Timber Lakes — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Timber Lakes, Utah?
56.6% of adults (25+) in Timber Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.