Uintah, Utah facts for kids
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Uintah, Utah
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City hall in Uintah, October 2011
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Location in Weber County and the state of Utah
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| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Weber |
| Settled | 1850 |
| Incorporated | 1937 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.23 km2) |
| • Land | 1.24 sq mi (3.22 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,502 ft (1,372 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,322 |
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(2019)
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1,353 |
| • Density | 1,089.37/sq mi (420.76/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP codes |
84403, 84405
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| Area code(s) | 385, 801 |
| FIPS code | 49-77890 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413411 |
Uintah (pronounced yoo-IN-tuh) is a city in Weber County, Utah, United States. It is a smaller city with a population of 1,322 people, according to the 2010 census. Uintah is part of the larger Ogden–Clearfield area. Even though it was once a town, it is now considered a fifth-class city under Utah state law.
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Geography of Uintah
Uintah is located right where the Weber Canyon opens up. It is about 5 miles south of Ogden and 25 miles north of Salt Lake City.
Natural Borders
The Weber River forms the southern and western edges of Uintah. To the north, you'll find the Uintah Bench. The impressive Wasatch Mountains are to the east. The city covers about three square miles. This area is known for strong east winds that blow out of Weber Canyon.
Uintah's Climate
Uintah has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means it has big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are cold, and can even be very cold.
History of Uintah
Long before European settlers arrived, the Uintah area was a popular spot for Native Americans. They used it for camping and hunting as they traveled through Weber Canyon.
Early Native American Presence
Archaeologists have found signs that Native Americans lived here at least 5,000 years ago. The city's name, Uintah, comes from the Weber Ute Band of Shoshone Indians. They lived in this area when white settlers first arrived.
City Establishment
The city of Uintah was officially established in the year 1850.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 247 | — | |
| 1890 | 228 | −7.7% | |
| 1900 | 302 | 32.5% | |
| 1910 | 178 | −41.1% | |
| 1920 | 310 | 74.2% | |
| 1930 | 304 | −1.9% | |
| 1940 | 264 | −13.2% | |
| 1950 | 317 | 20.1% | |
| 1960 | 344 | 8.5% | |
| 1970 | 400 | 16.3% | |
| 1980 | 439 | 9.8% | |
| 1990 | 760 | 73.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,127 | 48.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,322 | 17.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,454 | 10.0% | |
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People of Uintah
In the year 2000, there were 1,127 people living in Uintah. These people lived in 365 households, with 290 of them being families.
Population Details
The city had about 1,120 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Uintah were White. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 1.24% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of all the households, 42.2% had children under 18 living there. Most households (72.6%) were married couples living together. The average household had about three people. The average family had about 3.5 people.
Age Groups
The population of Uintah was spread out across different age groups.
- 32.1% were under 18 years old.
- 9.9% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 27.3% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 21.7% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 9.0% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Uintah was 33 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Uintah (Utah) para niños
