Oljato-Monument Valley, UT

Utah

Oljato-Monument Valley is a small town in Utah with a population of 683. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
683 Population 24/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $15,641 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 9.1% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

How Oljato-Monument Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population683
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

D
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$15,641
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$823M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation5,794 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+74.3%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute34 min
Libraries5

Is Oljato-Monument Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oljato-Monument Valley receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oljato-Monument Valley faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oljato-Monument Valley is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Oljato-Monument Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oljato-Monument Valley has a population of 683 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.1%), with 1.6% White, 96.5% Asian.

Population

683
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
29.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oljato-Monument Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only21.5%
73% below US avg
Spanish78.5%
486% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oljato-Monument Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oljato-Monument Valley is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Oljato-Monument Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,641
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$54,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,809
20% below US avg
In Oljato-Monument Valley, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oljato-Monument Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes20.0%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma16.1%
COPD11.8%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking8.9%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress25.8%
Physical Distress24.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.9%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death14,025/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Oljato-Monument Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Oljato-Monument Valley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,794 ft (1,766 m)
Area29.0 sq mi (75.2 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates37.0307°N, 110.2511°W
County FIPS49037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.1%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+74.3%
School Test Score5.82
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area29.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants51
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home4.1%

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