Tooele County, UT Local Data & Statistics

State: UT
Total population: 79,347 Household income: $106,587 Rent: $1,189

Overview

Total population
79,347
Rent
$1,189
Year built
1998
Household income
$106,587
Per capita income
$38,604
Poverty rate
5.2%
Unemployment rate
3.1%
Household size
3.3 persons
Rent over 30% of income
35.4%

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
79,347
Adults over 25
47,262
Total households
23,925
Household size
3.3 persons

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.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$106,587
Per capita income
$38,604
Poverty rate
5.2%
Unemployment rate
3.1%
Rent over 30% of income
35.4%

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.

Housing

Rent
$1,189
Year built
1998
Households that rent
18.2%
Households that own
81.8%
Rooms per home (all homes)
6.6

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.

Race

White
84.2%
Black
1%
Asian
0.7%
Two or more races
9%

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.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
15%
Not Hispanic or Latino
85%

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.

Commute

Commute rate
84.2%
Commute time to work
30 mins
Work from home
15.8%

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.

Education

Less than high school
33.3%
High school graduate or GED
29.9%
Some college or associate degree
13.8%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
22.9%

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.

 

Comparison of Tooele County, UT with: Salt Lake City Metro Area, UT Utah United States

Tooele County, UT

Total population79,347
Rent$1,189
Year built1998
Household income$106,587
Per capita income$38,604
Poverty rate5.2%
Unemployment rate3.1%

Salt Lake City Metro Area, UT

Total population1,275,870
Rent$1,583
Year built1987
Household income$98,083
Per capita income$44,702
Poverty rate8%
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 CountyTooele County, UTMetro AreaSalt Lake City Metro Area, UTStateUtahCountryUnited States
Total population79,3471,275,8703,392,331334,922,499
Rent$1,189$1,583$1,496$1,413
Year built1998198719921980
Household income$106,587$98,083$95,166$80,734
Per capita income$38,604$44,702$40,873$44,673
Poverty rate5.2%8%8.5%12.5%
Unemployment rate3.1%3.2%3.2%4%

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Summary for Tooele County, UT

Tooele County is located in Utah .

Rent & Income

In Tooele County, the monthly rent is $1,189 and household income is $106,587. Rent is lower than both Utah and the U.S., and household income is higher than both Utah and the U.S. The poverty rate is 5.2%, which is lower than both Utah and the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 18.2% of households. Around 35.4% of renters are cost-burdened, indicating a moderate level of rent pressure.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is relatively low, with about 22.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is similar to Utah and lower than the national rate.

 

 

Tooele County, UT — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

Tooele County, UT — Poverty vs Unemployment

 

💰 Rent in Tooele County, UT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,189 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 Tooele County, UT

Annual Household Income: $106,587

💡 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 Tooele County, UT

Estimated Rate: 5.2%

💡 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 Tooele County, UT

In Tooele County, UT, households that rent: 4,363 (18.2%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 4,363 18.2%
Owner-Occupied 19,562 81.8%

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 Tooele County, UT

In Tooele County, UT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,545 (35.4%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 1,545 35.4%
Other renter households 2,818 64.6%
Total renter households 4,363 100%

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 Tooele County, UT

Less than High School: 15,740 people (33.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 14,148 people (29.9%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 6,530 people (13.8%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 10,844 people (22.9%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 47,262

📊 Unemployment Rate in Tooele County, UT

Estimated Rate: 3.1%

💡 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.