ZIP Code 84521, Utah
ZIP Code 84521 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 84521 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Emery County, Utah. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 629. The land area covers 49.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | ±190 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.3 yrs | ±12.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 241 | ±60 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 259 | ±59 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 241 | ±60 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 18 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $227,900 | ±$71,749 |
| Median Gross Rent | $714 | ±$207 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,583 | ±$26,139 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,353 | ±$3,563 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 30 | ±34 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.8% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 269 | ±106 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±9.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 10,161 (2024)
ID: 114279
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSION CHAIR
PO BOX 629, CASTLE DALE UT 84513-0629
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HUNTINGTON, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PRICE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CASTLE DALE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PRICE, UT | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | PRICE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CLEVELAND, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PRICE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CASTLE DALE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HUNTINGTON, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PRICE, UT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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EMERY COUNTY LIBRARY ELMO BRANCH
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 100 EAST MAIN STREET, ELMO, UT, 84521 |
(435) 653-2558
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EMERY COUNTY LIBRARY CLEVELAND BRANCH
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 45 WEST MAIN STREET, CLEVELAND, UT, 84518 |
(435) 653-2204
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EMERY COUNTY LIBRARY HUNTINGTON BRANCH
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 92 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HUNTINGTON, UT, 84528 |
(435) 687-9590
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PRICE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 159 EAST MAIN STREET, PRICE, UT, 84501 |
(435) 636-3188
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HELPER CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 19 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HELPER, UT, 84526 |
(435) 472-5601
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EMERY COUNTY LIBRARY CASTLE DALE BRANCH
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 145 NORTH 100 EAST, CASTLE DALE, UT, 84513 |
(435) 381-2554
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EMERY COUNTY LIBRARY ORANGEVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 125 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ORANGEVILLE, UT, 84537 |
(435) 748-2726
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WELLINGTON 3 E, UT US, located 9.7 miles from ZCTA5 84521. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.0° | 7.6° | 21.8° | 0.68" | 6.4" |
| February | 44.3° | 14.3° | 29.3° | 0.63" | 4.7" |
| March | 56.1° | 23.4° | 39.8° | 0.64" | 1.4" |
| April | 65.1° | 28.6° | 46.9° | 0.61" | 0.7" |
| May | 74.9° | 37.2° | 56.0° | 0.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.3° | 44.1° | 64.7° | 0.59" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.1° | 51.7° | 71.4° | 0.64" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.0° | 50.1° | 69.1° | 1.04" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 40.6° | 60.5° | 1.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.1° | 30.2° | 47.7° | 1.10" | 0.2" |
| November | 49.3° | 17.0° | 33.1° | 0.46" | 1.7" |
| December | 36.9° | 9.9° | 23.4° | 0.59" | 6.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmo town | Town | 3.5 mi | — |
| Cleveland town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
| Wellington city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| Huntington city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Price city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| West Wood CDP | CDP | 13.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 84521. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.