Flaming Gorge, UT

Utah

Flaming Gorge is a small town in Utah with a population of 55. Residents earn $36,964 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
55 Population 24/sq mi density
$36,964 Median Income $26,089 per capita
$285,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,964 median income, 8.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$285,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,964
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $285,000
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,964
Per Capita$26,089
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$146M
Commute15 min

Housing

C
Home Value$285,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation6,916 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute15 min
Broadband28.0%

Is Flaming Gorge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flaming Gorge receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Flaming Gorge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flaming Gorge is $36,964, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, 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 Flaming Gorge is $285,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

13.9% 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

Flaming Gorge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 43.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Flaming Gorge has a population of 55 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

55
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Flaming Gorge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Flaming Gorge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flaming Gorge is $36,964, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Flaming Gorge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,964
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,089
Avg Weekly Wage$789
IRS Avg AGI$62,644

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)58
County GDP$146M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Flaming Gorge is $285,000, 1% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,000
1% above 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-Occupied61.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate0.86%
In Flaming Gorge, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Flaming Gorge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking9.9%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.8%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access97.8%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Flaming Gorge has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall43.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,916 ft (2,108 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates40.8892°N, 109.4759°W
County FIPS49009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.82
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Restaurants8
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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