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Population (2025 est.)3,538,904
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Red Rock Canyons and Mountain Valleys
UtahUtah’s communities extend from the Great Salt Lake and Wasatch Front to high plateaus and southern desert canyons. Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo connect urban life with nearby mountains. Farther south, towns around Moab, St. George, and the Colorado Plateau serve as starting points for exploring very different landscapes.
Utah at a Glance
Population (2025 est.)3,538,904.webp){kind=icon}
CapitalSalt Lake City.webp){kind=icon}
Largest CitySalt Lake City.webp){kind=icon}
Counties29 counties.webp){kind=icon}
Land Area82,596 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
Water Area2,302 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
Statehood1896.webp){kind=icon}
Highest PointKings Peak — 13,528 ft
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County Guides in Utah
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Counties of Utah
Get to know the cities, towns and landscapes of Utah. Browse the photographs and official resources on this page for places to explore and practical information.
Featured Counties
Box Elder CountyBox Elder County was created from part of Weber County in 1856. Brigham City and Willard developed earlier in the decade within a region…
Cache CountyCache Valley was a gathering place for Indigenous communities before fur trappers and later Latter-day Saint settlers arrived. Wellsville developed from Maughan's Fort in…
Rich CountyThe county was known as Richland when established in 1864, with its name shortened to Rich in 1868. Later boundary changes added territory from…
Sanpete CountyLatter-day Saint settlers arrived at Manti in 1849, choosing a location associated with a warm spring, limestone and nearby agricultural land. Other towns developed…
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Box Elder CountyBox Elder County was created from part of Weber County in 1856. Brigham City and Willard developed earlier in the decade within a region…
Cache CountyCache Valley was a gathering place for Indigenous communities before fur trappers and later Latter-day Saint settlers arrived. Wellsville developed from Maughan's Fort in…Rich CountyThe county was known as Richland when established in 1864, with its name shortened to Rich in 1868. Later boundary changes added territory from…Sanpete CountyLatter-day Saint settlers arrived at Manti in 1849, choosing a location associated with a warm spring, limestone and nearby agricultural land. Other towns developed…
ABOUT THE STATE
America
Local communities make a national story tangible. Across Utah, libraries, schools, businesses, public spaces, and volunteer groups give neighbors places to meet, learn, work, and contribute. Exploring a community means listening to its people and understanding both its achievements and its challenges.
Places, People and Stories
Freedom to Build
Freedom gives people room to create businesses, raise families, serve their communities, and pursue a future they choose.
Community Makes Us Stronger
Strong communities grow when neighbors participate, local institutions serve well, and people invest time and care close to home.
Opportunity Within Reach
Education, work, entrepreneurship, and community connections can open practical paths for people to build more secure and meaningful lives.
Building Tomorrow Together
A shared future grows from responsible choices today—supporting families, strengthening communities, preserving local heritage, and creating room for new ideas.
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Utah Headlines
Latest reporting from Utah News Dispatch. Coverage may include state and national stories.
Utah News Dispatch
It’s Election Day: Here’s why 12 election monitors are in Utah
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Around Utah Headlines
Stories from every corner of Utah Headlines.
It’s Election Day: Here’s why 12 election monitors are in Utah
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Nov 3, 2026 • 2 min read
Utah activates emergency electronic voting in San Juan amid devastating floods
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Nov 2, 2026 • 2 min read
Trump promotes Reflecting Pool renovation the day before the election
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Nov 2, 2026 • 2 min read
US Supreme Court rejects Trump DOJ’s attempt to freeze California vote counting
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Nov 2, 2026 • 2 min read
As a potential Democratic wave looms, Trump’s DOJ angles for last-minute power over midterms
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Nov 2, 2026 • 2 min readSTATE SYMBOLS
Nickname Motto Bird Flower Tree State Animal
The Spirit and Symbols of Utah
Symbols that represent Utah
Beehive State
Beehive State is a widely used name for Utah.
Industry
Industry is the state motto.
California gull
California gull is the state bird of Utah.
Sego lily
Sego lily is the state flower of Utah.
Quaking aspen
Quaking aspen represents Utah among its official tree symbols.
Rocky Mountain elk
Rocky Mountain elk represents Utah among its official animal symbols.
A State with Many Stories
From the Wasatch Front to Red Rock Country. Explore the communities, public lands, and local traditions that give Utah its own sense of place.
PHOTO JOURNAL
UTAH
Beehive StateExplore Utah through photographs, state facts and useful public resources.
Our State. Our Stories.★
STATE RESOURCES
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Utah Resources
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Schools
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Health Services
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Public Safety
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Emergency Preparedness
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Trails and Public Lands
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Utilities
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Libraries
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Courts
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Driver and Vehicle Services
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Transportation
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Postal Services
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Veterans
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Employment
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HELP DESK
Questions About Utah
Answers and links for residents and travelers.
Salt Lake City is the state capital. Salt Lake City is the largest city.
Utah has 29 counties.
Kings Peak — 13,528 ft.
The official tourism guide provides destinations and trip-planning information.
Use the National Park Service’s Utah directory and the parks resources above. Check current access and conditions with the managing agency.
Start with the official government directory and choose the agency for the service you need.
Consult Utah Motor Vehicle Division to find the correct service and current requirements.
See Division of Emergency Management for the relevant state resources, and use the National Weather Service for forecasts and alerts.
Use U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for official service and benefits information.
The population shown is the 2025 Census estimate, sourced through the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis FRED table. Land and water figures use 2025 Census geography.
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My Local Guide
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My Local Guide