Deseret, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Deseret is a small town in Utah with a population of 505.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
505 Population 165/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,132 per capita
$231,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $231,400
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,132
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$895M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$231,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Elevation4,591 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Deseret a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deseret receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Deseret faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deseret is $231,400, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Deseret experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Deseret has a population of 505 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

505
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.6%
Female 37.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Deseret vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deseret vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deseret is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Deseret vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,132
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$74,295

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$895M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare19
Retail34
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deseret is $231,400, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,400
18% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Deseret, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.7%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Deseret has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall19.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,591 ft (1,399 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates39.2876°N, 112.6511°W
County FIPS49023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 11.3%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.82
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density165/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants27
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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