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Annual population estimates by age and sex for Utah and its counties are available for 2010-2019. These estimates show Utah’s population grew by nearly 450,000 people during that timeframe, reflecting a vibrant and dynamic economy, decreasing birth rates, and an aging population.
State of Utah Population by Age, Sex, Race and Ethnicity, 2010–2019
Utah’s 2019 population was estimated at 3,220,272. Between 2010 and 2019, it grew by 447,875, representing an average annual percentage growth rate of 1.7 percent. The state remains relatively young with 29.3 percent of the population being preschool or school age (under 18), compared to 11.2 percent of retirement age (65 and older).
Demographic County Profiles by Age, Sex, Race and Ethnicity, 2010–2019
Utah’s 2019 population was estimated at 3,220,272. Between 2010 and 2019, it grew by 447,875, representing an average annual percentage growth rate of 1.7 percent. The state remains relatively young with 29.3 percent of the population being preschool or school age (under 18), compared to 11.2 percent of retirement age (65 and older).
Utah State and County Annual Population Estimates by Single-Year of Age, Sex, and Race/Ethnicity: 2010-2019
Utah’s population continues to diversify. Between 2010 and 2019, the share of the population identifying as minority (something other than non-Hispanic White alone) increased from 19.5% to 22.2%. But the patterns are different at the county level. In 2019, the minority share of each county ranged from 5.6% in Morgan County to 55.5% in San Juan County.
Utah State and County Annual Population Estimates by Single Year of Age and Sex: 2010-2019
Utah’s population grew by nearly 450 thousand people (about 16 percent) between 2010 and 2019. Cumulative natural increase (births minus deaths) accounts for 70 percent of the growth and net migration for 30 percent. Birth rates are falling, Utah’s population is aging, and Baby Boomers are retiring. The retirement age population (65 and older) grew by nearly 45 percent, while the youth population (under 18) grew by less than 10 percent.