Provo, UT Local Data & Statistics

State: UT

Total population: 114,766 Household income: $64,171 Rent: $1,193

Overview

Total population

114,766

Rent

$1,193

Year built

1983

Household income

$64,171

Per capita income

$27,822

Poverty rate

23%

Unemployment rate

2.6%

Household size

3.0 persons

Rent over 30% of income

48.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Utah

Total population

114,766

Adults over 25

47,038

Total households

34,022

Household size

3.0 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$64,171

Per capita income

$27,822

Poverty rate

23%

Unemployment rate

2.6%

Rent over 30% of income

48.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,193

Year built

1983

Households that rent

60.6%

Households that own

39.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.1

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

76.6%

Black

1.2%

Asian

2.2%

Two or more races

11.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

19.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

80.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

83.9%

Commute time to work

18 mins

Work from home

16.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

30.3%

High school graduate or GED

14.6%

Some college or associate degree

9.9%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

45.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Provo, UT with: Utah United States

Provo, UT

Total population114,766

Rent$1,193

Year built1983

Household income$64,171

Per capita income$27,822

Poverty rate23%

Unemployment rate2.6%

Utah State

Total population3,392,331

Rent$1,496

Year built1992

Household income$95,166

Per capita income$40,873

Poverty rate8.5%

Unemployment rate3.2%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityProvo, UT	StateUtah	CountryUnited States
Total population	114,766	3,392,331	334,922,499
Rent	$1,193	$1,496	$1,413
Year built	1983	1992	1980
Household income	$64,171	$95,166	$80,734
Per capita income	$27,822	$40,873	$44,673
Poverty rate	23%	8.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.6%	3.2%	4%

View the complete comparison of Provo, UT, Utah and United States →

Summary for Provo, UT

Provo is located in Utah.

Rent & Income

In Provo, the typical monthly rent is $1,193 and the typical household income is $64,171. Rent here is lower than in both Utah and the U.S., and household income is also lower than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 23%, which is higher than in both Utah and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 60.6% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 48.1% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 45.2% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is lower than both Utah and the national rate.

Provo, UT — Rent vs Household Income

Provo, UT — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Provo, UT compares in Utah (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,193	2 / 16	from lower rent	$1,149 – $2,019
Household income	$64,171	15 / 16	from higher income	$60,687 – $134,047
Poverty rate	23%	16 / 16	from lower poverty	3.7% – 23%
Unemployment rate	2.6%	3 / 16	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 3.4%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Utah with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Provo, UT

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Provo places 2nd among 16 large places in Utah. Across the state, rents run from $1,149 in Logan, UT up to $2,019 in Herriman, UT.

Household income

For median household income, Provo is ranked 15th out of 16 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $60,687 in Logan, UT to $134,047 in South Jordan, UT.

Poverty rate

In poverty comparisons, Provo ranks 16th out of 16 large places. Statewide rates vary from 3.7% in South Jordan, UT to 23% in Provo, UT.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Provo ranks 3rd out of 16 significant areas. Across Utah, unemployment varies from 2.5% in Herriman, UT to 3.4% in Ogden, UT.

💰 Rent in Provo, UT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,193 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Provo, UT

Annual Household Income: $64,171

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Provo, UT

Estimated Rate: 23%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Provo, UT

In Provo, UT, households that rent: 20,630 (60.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	20,630	60.6%
Owner-Occupied	13,392	39.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Provo, UT

In Provo, UT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 9,920 (48.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	9,920	48.1%
Other renter households	10,710	51.9%
Total renter households	20,630	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Provo, UT

Less than High School: 14,230 people (30.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 6,858 people (14.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,670 people (9.9%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 21,280 people (45.2%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 47,038

📊 Unemployment Rate in Provo, UT

Estimated Rate: 2.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.