West Valley City, UT Local Data & Statistics

State: UT

Total population: 138,437 Household income: $92,209 Rent: $1,504

Overview

Total population

138,437

Rent

$1,504

Year built

1985

Household income

$92,209

Per capita income

$30,104

Poverty rate

9.9%

Unemployment rate

3.3%

Household size

3.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

47.7%

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

138,437

Adults over 25

81,893

Total households

39,617

Household size

3.5 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

$92,209

Per capita income

$30,104

Poverty rate

9.9%

Unemployment rate

3.3%

Rent over 30% of income

47.7%

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

Housing

Rent

$1,504

Year built

1985

Households that rent

27.9%

Households that own

72.1%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.2

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

Race

White

45.5%

Black

2.4%

Asian

5.5%

Two or more races

13.7%

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

43.3%

Not Hispanic or Latino

56.7%

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

88.1%

Commute time to work

23 mins

Work from home

11.9%

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

37.7%

High school graduate or GED

35.2%

Some college or associate degree

11%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

16.1%

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 Valley City, UT with: Utah United States

West Valley City, UT

Total population138,437

Rent$1,504

Year built1985

Household income$92,209

Per capita income$30,104

Poverty rate9.9%

Unemployment rate3.3%

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 Valley City, UT	StateUtah	CountryUnited States
Total population	138,437	3,392,331	334,922,499
Rent	$1,504	$1,496	$1,413
Year built	1985	1992	1980
Household income	$92,209	$95,166	$80,734
Per capita income	$30,104	$40,873	$44,673
Poverty rate	9.9%	8.5%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.3%	3.2%	4%

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

Summary for West Valley City, UT

West Valley City is located in Utah.

Rent & Income

In West Valley City, the typical monthly rent is $1,504 and the typical household income is $92,209. Rent here is similar to Utah and higher than the U.S., and household income is similar to Utah and higher than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 9.9%, which is higher than the Utah rate but lower than the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 27.9% of households. About 47.7% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Only about 16.1% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher, indicating lower levels of formal education. The local unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is similar to Utah and lower than the national rate.

West Valley City, UT — Rent vs Household Income

West Valley City, UT — Poverty vs Unemployment

How West Valley City, UT compares in Utah (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,504	8 / 16	from lower rent	$1,149 – $2,019
Household income	$92,209	9 / 16	from higher income	$60,687 – $134,047
Poverty rate	9.9%	10 / 16	from lower poverty	3.7% – 23%
Unemployment rate	3.3%	14 / 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 Valley City, UT

Rent

For typical rent levels, West Valley City is ranked 8th out of 16 major areas in Utah. Statewide values span from $1,149 in Logan, UT to $2,019 in Herriman, UT.

Household income

For household income, West Valley City ranks 9th out of 16 large places. Across Utah, incomes range from $60,687 in Logan, UT to $134,047 in South Jordan, UT.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, West Valley City is ranked 10th among 16 major areas. Across Utah, poverty runs from 3.7% in South Jordan, UT to 23% in Provo, UT.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, West Valley City is ranked 14th out of 16 major areas. Across Utah, rates go from 2.5% in Herriman, UT up to 3.4% in Ogden, UT.

💰 Rent in West Valley City, UT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,504 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 Valley City, UT

Annual Household Income: $92,209

💡 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 Valley City, UT

Estimated Rate: 9.9%

💡 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 West Valley City, UT

In West Valley City, UT, households that rent: 11,069 (27.9%)

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

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	11,069	27.9%
Owner-Occupied	28,548	72.1%

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 Valley City, UT

In West Valley City, UT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 5,276 (47.7%)

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

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	5,276	47.7%
Other renter households	5,793	52.3%
Total renter households	11,069	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 Valley City, UT

Less than High School: 30,888 people (37.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 28,827 people (35.2%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 9,016 people (11%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 13,162 people (16.1%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 81,893

📊 Unemployment Rate in West Valley City, UT

Estimated Rate: 3.3%

💡 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.