Kanab, UT

Utah

Kanab is a small town in Utah with a population of 4,950. Residents earn $80,040 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,950 Population 320/sq mi density
$80,040 Median Income $36,465 per capita
$378,600 Home Value $423,976 Zillow
$1,135 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$80,040 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$378,600 home value, $1,135/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,040
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $378,600
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,950
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,040
Per Capita$36,465
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$586M
Commute11 min

Housing

A
Home Value$378,600
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$423,976

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation4,906 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute11 min
EV Stations11
Libraries1

Is Kanab a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanab receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kanab stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kanab is $80,040, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kanab is $378,600, 34% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kanab enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kanab has a population of 4,950 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

4,950
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
15.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanab vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kanab vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanab is $80,040, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Kanab vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,040
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,465
Avg Weekly Wage$844
IRS Avg AGI$68,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)438
County GDP$586M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare19
Retail45
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,894
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.2 min
Work from Home20.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kanab is $378,600, 34% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $423,976.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$378,600
34% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$423,976

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% 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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,894
17% below US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In Kanab, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death7,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Kanab has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall22.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,906 ft (1,495 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.1 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates37.0347°N, 112.5300°W
County FIPS49025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.82
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area15.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants65
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.2 min
Work from Home20.4%

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