Halchita, UT

Utah

Halchita is a small town in Utah with a population of 302. Residents earn $30,625 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
302 Population 18/sq mi density
$30,625 Median Income $18,275 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$30,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,625
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.9%
117% higher than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$30,625
Per Capita$18,275
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.9%
County GDP$823M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain6.3 in/yr
Elevation4,793 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+76.1%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries5

Is Halchita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Halchita receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Halchita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Halchita is $30,625, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Halchita is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Halchita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Halchita has a population of 302 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 100% Asian.

Population

302
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
17.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Halchita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.2%
59% below US avg
Spanish67.8%
406% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Halchita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Halchita is $30,625, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Halchita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,625
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,275
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$54,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.9%
117% above US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$823M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare31
Retail41
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,809
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Halchita is $65,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,809
20% below US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Halchita, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma15.5%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking8.9%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress25.2%
Physical Distress23.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate45.3%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death14,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.0/10
Exercise Access34.2%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Halchita has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.3 inches
83% below US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,793 ft (1,461 m)
Area17.1 sq mi (44.3 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates37.1506°N, 109.9037°W
County FIPS49037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.1%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+76.1%
School Test Score5.82
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area17.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants51
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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