West Jordan, UT Local Data & Statistics

State: UT

Total population: 116,692 Household income: $108,153 Rent: $1,757

Overview

Total population

116,692

Rent

$1,757

Year built

1995

Household income

$108,153

Per capita income

$38,854

Poverty rate

6.1%

Unemployment rate

2.8%

Household size

3.2 persons

Rent over 30% of income

50.2%

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

116,692

Adults over 25

72,417

Total households

36,722

Household size

3.2 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

$108,153

Per capita income

$38,854

Poverty rate

6.1%

Unemployment rate

2.8%

Rent over 30% of income

50.2%

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

Housing

Rent

$1,757

Year built

1995

Households that rent

22.8%

Households that own

77.2%

Rooms per home (all homes)

7.2

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

Race

White

67.8%

Black

1.5%

Asian

3.4%

Two or more races

15.2%

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

25.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

74.6%

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

80.7%

Commute time to work

24 mins

Work from home

19.3%

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

32.5%

High school graduate or GED

25.9%

Some college or associate degree

12.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

29.1%

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

Comparison of West Jordan, UT with: Utah United States

West Jordan, UT

Total population116,692

Rent$1,757

Year built1995

Household income$108,153

Per capita income$38,854

Poverty rate6.1%

Unemployment rate2.8%

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	CityWest Jordan, UT	StateUtah	CountryUnited States
Total population	116,692	3,392,331	334,922,499
Rent	$1,757	$1,496	$1,413
Year built	1995	1992	1980
Household income	$108,153	$95,166	$80,734
Per capita income	$38,854	$40,873	$44,673
Poverty rate	6.1%	8.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.8%	3.2%	4%

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

Summary for West Jordan, UT

West Jordan is located in Utah.

Rent & Income

In West Jordan, the typical monthly rent is $1,757 and the typical household income is $108,153. Rent here is higher than in both Utah and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 6.1%, which is lower than in both Utah and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 22.8% of households. About 50.2% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 29.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is lower than both Utah and the national rate.

West Jordan, UT — Rent vs Household Income

West Jordan, UT — Poverty vs Unemployment

How West Jordan, UT compares in Utah (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,757	11 / 16	from lower rent	$1,149 – $2,019
Household income	$108,153	6 / 16	from higher income	$60,687 – $134,047
Poverty rate	6.1%	5 / 16	from lower poverty	3.7% – 23%
Unemployment rate	2.8%	6 / 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 West Jordan, UT

Rent

In rent comparisons, West Jordan comes in 11th out of 16 large places. Across Utah, rents vary from $1,149 in Logan, UT to $2,019 in Herriman, UT.

Household income

West Jordan ranks 6th among 16 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $60,687 in Logan, UT to $134,047 in South Jordan, UT.

Poverty rate

West Jordan places 5th 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 unemployment, West Jordan ranks 6th out of 16 large places. Across Utah, unemployment ranges from 2.5% in Herriman, UT to 3.4% in Ogden, UT.

💰 Rent in West Jordan, UT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,757 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 West Jordan, UT

Annual Household Income: $108,153

💡 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 West Jordan, UT

Estimated Rate: 6.1%

💡 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 West Jordan, UT

In West Jordan, UT, households that rent: 8,367 (22.8%)

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

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	8,367	22.8%
Owner-Occupied	28,355	77.2%

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 West Jordan, UT

In West Jordan, UT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,198 (50.2%)

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

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,198	50.2%
Other renter households	4,169	49.8%
Total renter households	8,367	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 West Jordan, UT

Less than High School: 23,554 people (32.5%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 18,726 people (25.9%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 9,038 people (12.5%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 21,099 people (29.1%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 72,417

📊 Unemployment Rate in West Jordan, UT

Estimated Rate: 2.8%

💡 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.