Taylorsville, UT Local Data & Statistics

State: UT

Total population: 58,678 Household income: $86,413 Rent: $1,482

Overview

Total population

58,678

Rent

$1,482

Year built

1982

Household income

$86,413

Per capita income

$35,936

Poverty rate

8.9%

Unemployment rate

3.2%

Household size

2.9 persons

Rent over 30% of income

48.4%

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

58,678

Adults over 25

38,254

Total households

20,163

Household size

2.9 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

$86,413

Per capita income

$35,936

Poverty rate

8.9%

Unemployment rate

3.2%

Rent over 30% of income

48.4%

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

Housing

Rent

$1,482

Year built

1982

Households that rent

28.8%

Households that own

71.2%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.4

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

Race

White

66%

Black

2.4%

Asian

5.2%

Two or more races

13%

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

26.1%

Not Hispanic or Latino

73.9%

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

85%

Commute time to work

22 mins

Work from home

15%

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

36.1%

High school graduate or GED

29.1%

Some college or associate degree

10.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

24.3%

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

Comparison of Taylorsville, UT with: Utah United States

Taylorsville, UT

Total population58,678

Rent$1,482

Year built1982

Household income$86,413

Per capita income$35,936

Poverty rate8.9%

Unemployment rate3.2%

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	CityTaylorsville, UT	StateUtah	CountryUnited States
Total population	58,678	3,392,331	334,922,499
Rent	$1,482	$1,496	$1,413
Year built	1982	1992	1980
Household income	$86,413	$95,166	$80,734
Per capita income	$35,936	$40,873	$44,673
Poverty rate	8.9%	8.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.2%	3.2%	4%

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

Summary for Taylorsville, UT

Taylorsville is located in Utah.

Rent & Income

In Taylorsville, the typical monthly rent is $1,482 and the typical household income is $86,413. Rent here is similar to both Utah and the U.S., and household income is lower than Utah and higher than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 8.9%, which is similar to the Utah rate and lower than the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 28.8% of households. About 48.4% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 24.3% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is similar to Utah and lower than the national rate.

Taylorsville, UT — Rent vs Household Income

Taylorsville, UT — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Taylorsville, UT compares in Utah (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,482	6 / 16	from lower rent	$1,149 – $2,019
Household income	$86,413	10 / 16	from higher income	$60,687 – $134,047
Poverty rate	8.9%	9 / 16	from lower poverty	3.7% – 23%
Unemployment rate	3.2%	13 / 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 Taylorsville, UT

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Taylorsville places 6th 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

Looking at household income, Taylorsville places 10th out of 16 significant areas. Incomes across Utah range between $60,687 in Logan, UT and $134,047 in South Jordan, UT.

Poverty rate

Taylorsville places 9th out of 16 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 3.7% in South Jordan, UT up to 23% in Provo, UT.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Taylorsville ranks 13th out of 16 significant areas. Across Utah, unemployment varies from 2.5% in Herriman, UT to 3.4% in Ogden, UT.

💰 Rent in Taylorsville, UT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,482 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 Taylorsville, UT

Annual Household Income: $86,413

💡 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 Taylorsville, UT

Estimated Rate: 8.9%

💡 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 Taylorsville, UT

In Taylorsville, UT, households that rent: 5,806 (28.8%)

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

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	5,806	28.8%
Owner-Occupied	14,357	71.2%

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 Taylorsville, UT

In Taylorsville, UT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,810 (48.4%)

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

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	2,810	48.4%
Other renter households	2,996	51.6%
Total renter households	5,806	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 Taylorsville, UT

Less than High School: 13,812 people (36.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 11,126 people (29.1%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,032 people (10.5%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 9,284 people (24.3%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 38,254

📊 Unemployment Rate in Taylorsville, UT

Estimated Rate: 3.2%

💡 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%.

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