Utah
State in United States
Utah has a land area of 82,355.1 square miles and a water area of 2,520.5 square miles. It is the 12th largest state by area. Utah is bordered by Nevada,Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Arizona.
Population and People
Total Population
3,337,975Data from Census BureauAverage Age
31.8 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
388,120Data from Census BureauVeterans
4.8%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$103,753Data from Census BureauPoverty
15.5%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
2,499,348Data from Census BureauUnemployed
2.4%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
1,101,499Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,208Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
54.7%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
45.3%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$421,700Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
333,437Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
768,062Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
10.3%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Utah is located in Denver Regional Office. Within Utah there are . Throughout Utah there are 19 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: UTAH
For general questions about HUD or its programs contact our office in Salt Lake City.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- Hearing impaired contact Relay Utah for equipment needs and dial 7-1-1 to relay contact the Utah HUD office, (801) 524-6070.
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- Hearing impaired contact Relay Utah for equipment needs and dial 7-1-1 to relay contact the Utah HUD office, (801) 524-6070.
FIELD OFFICES HUD: UTAH
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: UTAH
TANF OFFICE HUD: UTAH
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: UTAH
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: UTAH
RENTAL HELP: UTAH
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator– search for HUD offices, public housing agencies, multifamily and public housing locations and homeless coordinated entry system points of contacts
HOMEOWNERSHIP: UTAH
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Education – learn about buying and maintaining your home
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Utah
Age and Sex
31.8 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Utah
Age and Sex
31.8 +/- 0.2
Median Age in Utah
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Utah
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Utah
Older Population
11.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Utah
Older Population
11.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Utah
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Utah
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Utah
Veterans
4.80 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Utah
Veterans
4.80 +/- 0.2
Veterans in Utah
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Utah
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Utah
Median Household Income
$79,449 +/- $1,246
Median Household Income in Utah
Median Household Income
$79,449 +/- $1,246
Median Household Income in Utah
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Utah
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Utah
Poverty
8.60 +/- 0.5
Poverty in Utah
Poverty
8.60 +/- 0.5
Poverty in Utah
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Utah
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Utah
Educational Attainment
36.80 +/- 0.7
Educational Attainment in Utah
Educational Attainment
36.80 +/- 0.7
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Utah
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Utah
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Utah
Employment rate
66.00% +/- 0.5%
Employment rate in Utah
Employment rate
66.00% +/- 0.5%
Employment rate in Utah
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: UTAH
CPD Formula Grantees (CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOPWA, NSP, HTF) Mailing list to communicate with Region VIII CPD formula grantee staff (CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOPWA, NSP, HTF) regarding programmatic updates, training, and other announcements.
CPD Homeless Assistance and Continuum of Care (CoC) Grantees Mailing list to communicate with Region VIII CPD Continuum of Care (CoC) homeless providers regarding programmatic updates, training, and other announcements.
News Releases Press partners: Stay informed about what HUD is doing in your state.
Northern Plains Office of Native American Programs News This list will be used to distribute Northern Plains Office of Native American Programs news, updates, funding notices, training notices, and program guidances.
Utah Multifamily Owners and Management Agents This mailing list will distribute guidance and information to owners and management agents in Utah.
Affordable Housing Types
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Last Updated: September 1, 2023