Weber County

Weber County, Utah, has a population of approximately 267,000 as of 2023. The racial composition is around 85% White, 2% African American, 1.5% Native American, 1.5% Asian, and 10% from other races, with 18% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is roughly $64,000. The population is distributed with 28% under 18, 60% aged 18-64, and 12% aged 65 and older. The county spans about 659 square miles, with Ogden as its largest city and county seat.

Weber County, UT, has a median home price of approximately $340,000. The median rent is around $1,200 per month. Homeownership rate is 74%, and the average household size is 3.01 people. There has been a 1.5% increase in home values over the past year. The county has a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and townhouses, catering to diverse housing needs.

As of the most recent election cycle, Weber County, Utah, has a variety of key races and ballot initiatives.

Weber County voters typically participate in federal, state, and local elections. In 2022, voter turnout was approximately 68%. Key races included:

1. U.S. Senate: Incumbent Mike Lee (Republican) faced Evan McMullin (Independent).
2. U.S. House (District 1): Blake Moore (Republican incumbent) ran against Rick Jones (Democrat).
3. Utah State Legislature: Multiple seats were contested, with candidates like Kelly Miles (R) for the Senate District 11 and LaWanna “Lou” Shurtliff (D) for House District 10.
4. County Races: Candidates for positions such as County Commission, County Clerk/Auditor.

Local ballot measures addressed education funding and infrastructure development.

Polling places and mail-in ballot options were available, with strict adherence to voter ID laws to ensure election integrity.

As of recent data, Weber County, UT has educational attainment levels that lag slightly behind state and national averages. Approximately 90.3% of residents over 25 years old have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.5% and Utah's state average of 92.8%. About 22.8% of Weber County residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of around 33.1% and Utah's state average of 34.1%. These figures suggest that while Weber County is fairly educated, it has some catching up to do compared to broader averages.

As of the latest data, Weber County, UT boasts an employment rate of roughly 95-96%, mirroring the Utah state average. Significant industries include trade, transportation, and utilities (comprising around 25%), manufacturing (19%), and education and health services (16%). These figures are notably higher compared to national averages, particularly in manufacturing, where the national rate hovers around 8.5%.

Utah as a state has a lower unemployment rate than the national average, reflecting its robust economic growth. For comparison, the national average unemployment rate is around 6%, while Utah's rate is typically closer to 3%. This strong economic performance is evident in Weber County, where diverse industries offer substantial employment opportunities beyond national figures, especially in manufacturing and trade sectors.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Weber County, Utah, is approximately $64,000. When compared to the state of Utah, whose median household income is around $75,780, Weber County's income is somewhat lower. On a national scale, the median household income in the United States is roughly $68,700.

Here is a statistics table for a comparative overview:

Notably, Weber County’s median income falls below both the state and national medians, highlighting a regional economic disparity.

As of 2022, Weber County, Utah, experienced varying crime rates per 1,000 residents. Below is a brief overview of the crime statistics:

Weber County's property crime rate is notably higher than its violent crime rate. The majority of property crimes are larceny-theft, which makes up a significant portion of the reported incidents. For accurate and updated information, checking local law enforcement or FBI databases is recommended.