| ZIP Code | 84522 |
|---|---|
| City | Emery |
| State | Utah (UT) |
| County | Emery County |
| Area Code | 435 |
| Elevation | 6,218 ft |
| Latitude | 38.86031 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -111.223206 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 49015 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs ↓ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.69 |
| Below Poverty | 31.1% ▲ 211% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 65% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 90 (34.1%) |
| Some College | 44 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 25 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 47 (17.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 58 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,100 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 172 |
| Vacant Units | 36 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 172 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 36 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.69 |
ZIP code 84522 is located in Emery, Utah, within Emery County. With a population of 521, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.8 years. Economically, 84522 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $75,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 84522 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $128,100 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 89.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 84522 is primarily White (84.84%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.1%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 84522 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 84522 in Emery, UT is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 521 residents, a median household income of $75,000, and a median home value of $128,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Utah.