Wales, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wales, Utah had a total population of 355, the 258th largest town in Utah, with a median household income of $71,250, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Wales Quick Facts
How Wales 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 | 345 | 355 | +2.9% |
| Median household income | $75,625 | $71,250 | -5.8% |
| Median home value | $340,600 | $371,900 | +9.2% |
How Wales 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+)
Wales Rankings in Utah
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Other Cities in Sanpete County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ephraim | 5,949 | $66,541 | 17.3% | $423,700 |
| Mount Pleasant | 3,805 | $68,920 | 19.7% | $315,600 |
| Manti | 3,594 | $62,614 | 14.8% | $310,700 |
| Gunnison | 3,562 | $70,833 | 20.9% | $290,900 |
| Moroni | 1,535 | $65,833 | 21.0% | $283,100 |
| Fountain Green | 1,521 | $73,017 | 5.3% | $372,600 |
| Fairview | 1,342 | $66,442 | 11.1% | $297,800 |
| Centerfield | 1,240 | $77,778 | 10.8% | $315,200 |
| Spring City | 1,057 | $71,250 | 6.4% | $327,900 |
| Fayette | 471 | $75,833 | 6.6% | $327,800 |
Cities Similar to Wales
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veyo | 355 | $68,182 | $440,900 | 27.4% | 46.2% |
| La Sal | 373 | N/A | $86,600 | 10.3% | 0.0% |
| Cleveland | 378 | $74,375 | $192,000 | 21.5% | 5.8% |
| Manila | 371 | $78,000 | $244,300 | 19.3% | 2.7% |
| Woodruff | 371 | $63,750 | $231,000 | 18.6% | 1.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 355, Wales'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
Wales is a small community located in Utah, within Sanpete County. The total population is 355. It ranks as the 258th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wales is 33.7 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wales is $71,250. This is 25% lower than the state median of $95,166. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The unemployment rate is 8.0%. This is 124% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $371,900. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $489,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wales has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.1%.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 86.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wales, 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 Wales, Utah?
Wales, Utah has a population of 355 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wales, UT?
The median household income in Wales is $71,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wales, UT?
The poverty rate in Wales is 8.1%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wales, Utah?
Wales's population is 85.9% White, 0.0% Black, 14.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wales, UT?
The median home value in Wales is $371,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.
How educated is Wales, Utah?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Wales hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.