Dugway, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Dugway is a small town in Utah with a population of 441. Residents earn $104,145 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
441 Population 85/sq mi density
$104,145 Median Income $47,800 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,053 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$104,145 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,053/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,145
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.4%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,053
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,145
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,249M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,053
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Elevation4,936 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute17 min
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Dugway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dugway receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dugway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dugway is $104,145, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Dugway among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,053 per month.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dugway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dugway has a population of 441 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.2%), with 12.9% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

441
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Dugway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dugway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dugway is $104,145, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Dugway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,145
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$74,907

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,519
County GDP$3,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare135
Retail123
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,630
4% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,053 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,053
9% below US avg

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-Occupied2.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,630
4% above US avg
In Dugway, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.5%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death7,133/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities135

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Dugway has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°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) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,936 ft (1,504 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates40.2307°N, 112.7541°W
County FIPS49045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.4%
44% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.82
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities135
Restaurants101
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

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