Living in Emery County, Utah

Emery County is a county in Utah with a population of around 10,370. The main communities are Huntington, Castle Dale, Ferron.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $605/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $254K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 39°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Emery County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.