Charleston, UT

Utah

Charleston is a small town in Utah with a population of 484. Residents earn $93,875 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
484 Population 160/sq mi density
$93,875 Median Income $60,539 per capita
$672,300 Home Value $1,062,593 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$93,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$672,300 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,875
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $672,300
138% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.3%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.1%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

How Charleston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population484
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,875
Per Capita$60,539
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$1,875M
Commute26 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$672,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,062,593

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation5,491 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Charleston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charleston receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Charleston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charleston is $93,875, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Charleston is $672,300, making it a premium housing market at 138% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Charleston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 75.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Charleston has a population of 484 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

484
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Charleston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Charleston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charleston is $93,875, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Charleston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,875
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,539
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$147,183

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,655
County GDP$1,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare98
Retail111
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,084
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Charleston is $672,300, 138% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,062,593.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$672,300
138% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,062,593

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,084
102% above US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Charleston, 23.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Charleston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.1%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure23.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death4,719/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities98

Crime Rates: Charleston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Charleston has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall75.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,491 ft (1,674 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates40.4673°N, 111.4595°W
County FIPS49051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.3%
13% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.82
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants70
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home17.5%

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