Holden, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Holden is a small town in Utah with a population of 443. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
443 Population 751/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $31,918 per capita
$213,800 Home Value
$1,163 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$213,800 home value, $1,163/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $213,800
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,163
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density751/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$31,918
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$895M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,800
Rent$1,163
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Elevation5,112 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+99.2%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Holden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holden receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Holden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holden is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holden is $213,800, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,163 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Holden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Holden has a population of 443 with a density of 751 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

443
Total Population
751
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Holden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holden is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Holden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,918
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$74,295

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% 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 Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Holden is $213,800, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,163 (0% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,800
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,163
0% 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-Occupied83.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Holden, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.8%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Holden has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall29.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,112 ft (1,558 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density751/sq mi
Coordinates39.1001°N, 112.2704°W
County FIPS49023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% 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+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+99.2%
School Test Score5.82
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density751/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants27
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home9.4%

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