Riverton, Utah Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Riverton, Utah is 44,944 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 20th-largest city in Utah. The median household income is $119,093, the median home value is $543,900, and the median age is 34.7.
The population has grown 19.8% since 2010 (38,962 → 46,680).
44,944
Population
3566
People / sq mi
$119,093
Median Income
$543,900
Median Home Value
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Riverton covers 12.6 sq mi of land at 3566 people per square mile.
About Riverton, UT
Homeownership is the standout figure in Riverton: 87.2% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Riverton is a city in Utah with a population of 44,944. It ranks #20 among cities in Utah by population.
The typical household earns $119,093 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 2.8%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $543,900, with typical rent around $1,826.
35.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 20.5%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Riverton, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Riverton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Riverton city had a population of 38,962 in 2010 and 46,680 in 2024, a 19.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 46,680 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.30%.
46,680
Population (2024)
38,962
Population (2010)
46,680
Peak (2024)
1.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,962 |
| 2011 | 39,560 |
| 2012 | 40,399 |
| 2013 | 40,859 |
| 2014 | 41,306 |
| 2015 | 41,601 |
| 2016 | 42,625 |
| 2017 | 43,365 |
| 2018 | 44,257 |
| 2019 | 44,440 |
| 2020 | 45,294 |
| 2021 | 45,126 |
| 2022 | 44,792 |
| 2023 | 45,357 |
| 2024 | 46,680 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$119,093
Median Household Income
$41,853
Per Capita Income
2.8%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$543,900
Median Home Value
$1,826
Median Rent
87.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.8%
High School+
35.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
66.2%
Public Transit
20.5%
Work From Home
28.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.6%
Foreign Born
90.9%
Non-English at Home
2.9%
Veterans
9.6%
With Disability
95.5%
Health Insurance
97.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.2% |
| Construction | 10.7% |
| Information | 9.4% |
| Manufacturing | 7.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Riverton, Utah has a population of 44,944 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 20th-largest city in Utah.
The median household income in Riverton, Utah is $119,093, with 2.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Riverton, Utah is $543,900, with median monthly rent at $1,826 and a homeownership rate of 87.2%.
The median age in Riverton, Utah is 34.7 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has grown 19.8% since 2010 (38,962 → 46,680).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.