1st Advantage MortgageDaggett County households have a median income of $66,000 and median rent of $900 a month (ACS 2020 to 2024). Whatever your own numbers, compare written offers on APR, fees and total cost, and verify the lender is licensed in Utah before sharing details.
On this page
- Daggett County by the numbers
- Rent, home values and ownership in Daggett County
- What Daggett County households earn
- Employment and commuting in Daggett County
- Regional comparison for Daggett County
- The communities that make up Daggett County
- People and households in Daggett County
- Local borrowing considerations for Daggett County
- Room for a loan payment in Daggett County
- A Daggett County borrower's checklist
- Who licenses lenders for Daggett County residents
- More guides for Daggett County
- Frequently asked questions
Daggett County by the numbers
With an estimated 783 residents (ACS 2020 to 2024), Daggett County ranks 29th of 29 in Utah for population. Spread over 697 square miles, that works out to roughly 1.1 residents per square mile. Under the July 2023 OMB definitions, Daggett County is not part of any metropolitan area. The Census Bureau counts 3 places in the county (2 incorporated, 1 census-designated); the largest is Manila, with about 371 residents, or 47% of the county. Small populations mean wide margins of error, so read every Daggett County figure on this page as a rough guide.
Rent, home values and ownership in Daggett County
Renters in Daggett County pay a median of $900 a month, 40% below the Utah figure of $1,496. Rent takes 30% or more of income for 27% of renter households here. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $282,300, about 4.3 times the median household income. Owners occupy 82% of homes. Median construction year: 1979.
| Measure | Daggett County | Utah | Median U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $900/mo | $1,496/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $282,300 | $489,400 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 82% | 70% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 27% | 47% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 33% | 25% | n/a |
Because most Daggett County households own, home repairs are a frequent reason to borrow. An unsecured personal loan leaves the house out of the deal, while a HELOC uses it as collateral.
What Daggett County households earn
The median household income in Daggett County is $66,000; statewide it is $95,166, so Daggett County runs 31% below Utah as a whole.
| Band | Daggett County | Compared with Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 19.4% | +5.4 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 50.7% | +12.2 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 25.7% | -7.8 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 4.2% | -9.7 pts |
About 19% of households earn under $35,000, while 30% clear $100,000. Census counts 9.0% of Daggett County residents in poverty, against 8.5% across Utah. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.410 (0 is perfect equality). None of these numbers decides a Daggett County application. Lenders weigh your own documented income against your own debts.
Employment and commuting in Daggett County
Education and health care employs 21% of working residents, the largest share; arts, lodging and food service is next with 19%. Compared with Utah, the county leans toward arts, lodging and food service (19% against 8%). Averaged over the five survey years, 6.6% of the labor force was out of work and looking. Long commutes are common here: 21% of workers spend 45 minutes or longer getting to work.
| Sector | Daggett County | Compared with Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Education and health care | 21.0% | -1.5 pts |
| Arts, lodging and food service | 19.0% | +10.9 pts |
| Agriculture, forestry and mining | 10.5% | +9.2 pts |
| Construction | 9.2% | +1.1 pts |
| Professional and administrative services | 8.8% | -4.3 pts |
| Retail trade | 8.5% | -2.9 pts |
Where long drives are the norm, a car repair is one of the most common surprise bills. A small repair fund can keep a breakdown from turning into a loan.
Regional comparison for Daggett County
Nearest neighbors first, measured between county centers (53 to 76 miles). All of the six report a higher median household income than Daggett County; Summit County is highest at $138,114 and Uintah County lowest at $73,746. Some neighbors are in Colorado and Wyoming. Lender licensing is state by state, so a loan for a Daggett County resident follows Utah rules.
| Adjacent area | How far | HH income (median) | Rent (median) | Owner share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daggett County | - | $66,000 | $900/mo | 82% |
| Uintah County, UT | 53 mi | $73,746 | $941/mo | 74% |
| Uinta County, WY | 61 mi | $82,980 | $900/mo | 77% |
| Sweetwater County, WY | 62 mi | $75,034 | $911/mo | 75% |
| Duchesne County, UT | 64 mi | $78,445 | $1,009/mo | 79% |
| Moffat County, CO | 70 mi | $73,849 | $1,039/mo | 69% |
| Summit County, UT | 76 mi | $138,114 | $1,987/mo | 80% |
The communities that make up Daggett County
3 Census places fall mainly inside Daggett County; the 3 biggest are below. They account for 423 residents, leaving about 46% of the county in unincorporated, unnamed areas. None of the 3 has its own city guide, so this page covers all of them.
| Place in county | Status | Population (ACS) | Median HH income | Monthly rent | Distance from center |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manila | town | 371 | $78,000 | $979 | 13 mi |
| Dutch John | town | 31 | n/a | n/a | 6 mi |
| Flaming Gorge | CDP | 21 | $37,250 | n/a | 2 mi |
People and households in Daggett County
Degree holders: 18% of adults over 25. About 10% go without health insurance.
| People and households | Daggett County | Utah | Median county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46.0 | 32.0 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 17.6% | 37.7% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 7.3% | 6.6% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 10.4% | 8.4% | 7.8% |
| Work from home | 5.1% | 17.6% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 9.0% | 8.5% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 6.6% | 3.6% | 4.4% |
Local borrowing considerations for Daggett County
Based on the Daggett County data above, these borrowing questions are most likely to matter locally.
- Uninsured care. 10% lack coverage here; nonprofit hospitals must publish an assistance policy, so ask for it first (guide).
- Keeping the car running. At 21% with long commutes, repairs are a frequent Daggett County emergency; first decide if the car is worth fixing.
- Mobile home upkeep. 39% of units fall in this category; roof, skirting and HVAC jobs are common reasons to borrow.
- Benefit income. With half of residents older than 46, lenders often see pension and Social Security income, which counts like wages.
Room for a loan payment in Daggett County
How much room does a median Daggett County budget have? Take median income, subtract median rent, and check what is left under a few common debt-to-income limits.
- Monthly gross at the median, Daggett County: $5,500
- Rent at the median, $900, takes 16% of that
- At 40%, room after rent is $1,300 a month
Subtract what you already pay on other debts. A new payment should fit in what remains, with some to spare.
A Daggett County borrower's checklist
A short checklist for Daggett County borrowers:
- Know the exact dollar figure you need before talking to a lender.
- Collect three written offers and compare APR and total repaid.
- Look the lender up with the state regulator first.
- Never pay a fee up front to get a loan.
Who licenses lenders for Daggett County residents
The Utah Department of Financial Institutions is the place to verify any lender's Utah license. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau accepts complaints nationwide. More on Utah: Utah personal loans.
More guides for Daggett County
For statewide rules and data, see the Utah guide.
Frequently asked questions
What does a typical Daggett County household make?
About $66,000 a year at the median (ACS 2020-24), 31% below the Utah median.
Is Daggett County expensive for renters?
Median rent is $900 against $1,496 statewide, and 27% of renter households are cost-burdened.
I own my home in Daggett County. Personal loan or HELOC?
A HELOC uses the house as collateral; a personal loan usually does not. With 82% of homes owner-occupied here, many readers can compare both in writing.
What are the biggest places in Daggett County?
By population: Manila, Dutch John, Flaming Gorge. The county has 3 Census places in all.
Does my county matter to the questionnaire?
Only your state does. Whether you live in Daggett County or elsewhere in Utah, the same rules apply.