Uintah County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Uintah County, Utah had a population of 35,620. The racial composition was 88.9% White, 5.3% Native American, 0.6% African American, 0.6% Asian, and 4.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race represented 7.2% of the population. The median age was 31.5 years, with 28.1% under 18, and 12.6% 65 or older. The county had a median household income of $67,474 and a poverty rate of approximately 10.6%. Uintah County is known for its diverse mix of cultures and economic activities, including oil and gas extraction.

As of the most recent data, Uintah County, UT, has a median home value of approximately $223,500. The county's median household income is around $65,332. Rental costs average about $800 per month for a two-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate stands at about 73.1%, with a vacancy rate for housing units around 10.8%. The total number of housing units is estimated to be around 12,767. This data provides a snapshot of the housing landscape in Uintah County.

Uintah County, Utah, conducts local, state, and federal elections, following statewide procedures. Election-related information, including candidate lists and important dates, can be found on the Utah Lt. Governor's website or the Uintah County Clerk's office.

For 2022:

• Registered voters: ~13,000.
• Voter turnout (2020 General Election): ~85%.

2022 key races included:

• U.S. Senate: Mike Lee (R) vs. Evan McMullin (I).
• U.S. House (3rd District): John Curtis (R) vs. Glenn Wright (D).
• Governorship: Spencer Cox (R) incumbent, no race (term till 2024).

Local offices consist of various county commissioners, sheriff, and school board positions.

Election participation methods include mail-in ballots, early voting, and election day precinct voting, with several voting locations across the county.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, refer to the Uintah County official website or contact the Clerk-Auditor's office directly.

As of the latest data available, Uintah County, UT has a high school graduation rate of approximately 89.5%, which is slightly above the national average of 88.4% but below Utah's state average of around 92%. About 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher in Uintah County, which is considerably lower than both the national average of 35% and Utah's average of 34%. The lower percentage of higher education attainment may reflect the county's focus on industries such as oil and natural gas, which often do not require advanced degrees. Overall, while Uintah County performs relatively well in high school graduation rates, it lags behind in higher education when compared to both the state and national figures.

As of the latest data, Uintah County, UT has an employment rate of approximately 80%. The top industries in Uintah County include mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, which employ around 25% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of under 1%. Additional major sectors include educational services, health care, and social assistance (about 18%), and retail trade (approximately 12%).

Comparatively, the national averages show educational services, health care, and social assistance employing around 23%, and retail trade about 10% of the workforce. The industrial composition reflects the local economy's reliance on natural resources, contrasting with broader state and national employment trends dominated by service-oriented industries. Utah's overall employment patterns share similarities with national figures but have specific sectors like technology also playing a significant role, mainly in urban areas.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Uintah County, Utah, is approximately $61,500. Comparing this to state and national averages:

• Uintah County, UT: $61,500
• Utah State: $75,780
• United States: $68,703

Uintah County's income is about 18.8% lower than the Utah state average and approximately 10.5% lower than the national average.

This highlights that Uintah County lags behind both the state and national income levels, which can have implications for the local economy and cost of living.

As of the latest available data in 2021, Uintah County, UT, has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Uintah County is approximately 1,635 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Violent crime rates stand at about 155 incidents per 100,000 residents, while property crimes are around 1,480 incidents per 100,000 residents.

Crime Statistics Table (per 100,000 people)

These figures highlight the county's relative safety, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and community safety initiatives.