White Mesa, Utah Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, White Mesa, Utah had a total population of 124, the 305th largest community in Utah. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
White Mesa Quick Facts
How White Mesa 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 | 74 | 124 | +67.6% |
How White Mesa 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+)
White Mesa 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 |
| Spanish Valley | 756 | N/A | 0.5% | $775,700 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to White Mesa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynndyl | 124 | $54,688 | $275,000 | 17.6% | 7.3% |
| Lapoint | 122 | N/A | $231,800 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kenilworth | 127 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Whiterocks | 117 | N/A | N/A | 54.2% | 0.0% |
| Randlett | 116 | $28,583 | N/A | 16.5% | 70.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 124, White Mesa'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
White Mesa is a small community located in Utah, within San Juan County. The total population is 124. It ranks as the 305th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Utah.
Age Demographics
The median age in White Mesa is 38.7 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 32.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 99% higher than the state poverty rate of 8.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in White Mesa, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $335,700. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $489,400. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 70.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
White Mesa is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (10.5%) is well below the state average of 74.7%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for White Mesa, 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 White Mesa, Utah?
White Mesa, Utah has a population of 124 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in White Mesa, UT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for White Mesa — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in White Mesa, UT?
The poverty rate in White Mesa is 16.9%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of White Mesa, Utah?
White Mesa's population is 10.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in White Mesa, UT?
The median home value in White Mesa is $335,700.
How educated is White Mesa, Utah?
0.0% of adults (25+) in White Mesa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.