Metro areas in Utah: income, rent and home values
Utah has 5 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Salt Lake City, UT with 1.3 million residents. Household incomes are highest in Provo, UT ($108,205). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Provo, UT (29.7%) and the largest in St. George, UT (33.3%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is St. George, UT (+11.7%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 1,308,377 | $101,152 | $1,711 | $579,200 | 30.0% |
| Provo, UT | 772,955 | $108,205 | $1,685 | $581,900 | 29.7% |
| Ogden, UT | 673,586 | $102,694 | $1,662 | $523,700 | 32.2% |
| St. George, UT | 213,670 | $85,424 | $1,669 | $546,700 | 33.3% |
| Logan, UT | 160,278 | $79,122 | $1,353 | $478,000 | 31.2% |
Includes 1 metro area that cross into neighboring states.
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Utah at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Utah for renters?+
Provo, UT, where renters spend a median 29.7% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Utah has the highest income?+
Provo, UT, with a median household income of $108,205 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Utah?+
5 metropolitan statistical areas in Utah have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.