ZIP Code 84779, Utah
ZIP Code 84779 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 84779 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, Utah. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 713. The land area covers 232.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | ±187 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs | ±11.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 229 | ±55 | 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 | 522 | ±143 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 229 | ±55 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 293 | ±128 |
| Median Home Value | $589,800 | ±$102,539 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,094 | ±$1,933 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,750 | ±$24,445 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,276 | ±$12,853 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.1% | ±20.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 145 | ±143 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.9% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 214 | ±53 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.1% | ±8.8% |
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: 207,943 (2024)
ID: 194149
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK/AUDITOR'S OFFICE
197 E TABERNACLE ST, ST GEORGE UT 84770-3443
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | HURRICANE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | HURRICANE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-09 | HURRICANE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HURRICANE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LA VERKIN, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SPRINGDALE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HURRICANE, UT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-09 | HURRICANE, UT | |
| 8 Nearby | 12-17 | VIRGIN, UT | |
| 8 Nearby | 14-17 | NEW HARMONY, UT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Southwest Technical College
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College Vocational | 22.9 mi away | 757 West 800 South, Cedar City, UT, 84720 |
4355862899
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY NEW HARMONY BRANCH
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 34 SOUTH 2900 EAST, NEW HARMONY, UT, 84757 |
(435) 865-1673
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Southern Utah University
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College | 23.7 mi away | 351 West University Blvd, Cedar City, UT, 84720 |
4355867700
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY SPRINGDALE BRANCH
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 898 ZION PARK BLVD, SPRINGDALE, UT, 84767 |
(435) 772-3676
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Evans Hairstyling College-Cedar City
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College Vocational | 24.0 mi away | 169 N 100 W, Cedar City, UT, 84720 |
4355903375
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY HURRICANE VALLEY BR
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 36 SOUTH 300 WEST, HURRICANE, UT, 84737 |
(435) 635-4621
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CEDAR CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 303 NORTH 100 EAST, CEDAR CITY, UT, 84721 |
(435) 586-6661
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY HILDALE BRANCH
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Library | 24.4 mi away | 440 EAST NEWEL AVENUE, HILDALE, UT, 84784 |
(435) 874-1341
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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 ZION NP, UT US, located 11.6 miles from ZCTA5 84779. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.8° | 30.4° | 42.1° | 1.99" | 0.7" |
| February | 57.6° | 33.6° | 45.6° | 2.06" | 0.8" |
| March | 66.1° | 38.7° | 52.4° | 2.01" | 0.7" |
| April | 73.1° | 43.8° | 58.4° | 1.22" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.5° | 52.5° | 68.0° | 0.77" | 0.0" |
| June | 95.3° | 62.2° | 78.8° | 0.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 100.3° | 69.5° | 84.9° | 1.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 98.0° | 68.7° | 83.3° | 1.63" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.7° | 61.3° | 76.0° | 1.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.1° | 48.8° | 63.4° | 1.22" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.9° | 37.3° | 50.6° | 1.18" | 0.1" |
| December | 52.5° | 29.3° | 40.9° | 1.64" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Verkin city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Toquerville city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Virgin town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Springdale town | Town | 12.4 mi | — |
| Rockville town | Town | 13.4 mi | — |
| Leeds town | Town | 14.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 84779. • 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.