RANK #654 / 996 · POP 262,960 · UT
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.2%
Historic 25th Street in Ogden, the county seat, offers a glimpse into Weber County's past as a bustling railroad hub, now filled with shops, restaurants, and art galleries. Located north of Salt Lake City, Weber County is about a 35-40 minute drive from the state capital, with commuter rail (FrontRunner) and bus services available. The community provides access to the Wasatch Mountains to the east and the Great Salt Lake to the west, offering varied outdoor recreation. Residents can enjoy skiing at resorts like Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, and Nordic Valley, or explore hiking and biking trails along the Ogden River. Pineview Reservoir is a popular spot for boating, swimming, and fishing.
Life in Weber County combines a small-town feel with access to urban amenities. The public schools in Weber County are above average. Many families and young professionals reside here, with a notable presence of individuals commuting to nearby cities. The economy benefits from sectors such as aerospace and advanced manufacturing, outdoor products, and logistics. Hill Air Force Base is a significant employer in the region. Recent developments include investment in commercial and residential projects, as well as the growth of industrial and logistics operations, particularly in the western part of the county.
Above national median (4.7x)
Above national median
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 6.4x relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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West Weber Industrial District and Renewable Energy Hub
Weber County / Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA)
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$1,000M | Planned |
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Westbridge Meadows Master-Planned Community
Flagship Homes and Fenix Development
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$1,000M | Proposed |
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Weber County & Qnergy Renewable Energy Project (Landfill Methane Abatement)
Weber County / Qnergy
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$50M | Operating |
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Promontory Commerce Center (West Weber Infrastructure)
Promontory Commerce Center (PCC) / Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA)
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$50M | Under Construction |
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Precision Hermetic Technology Expansion
Precision Hermetic Technology
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$50M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Weber County has a Boom Town Index score of 34/100, ranking #654 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.4% and a median household income of $82,291, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Weber County is $346,800 with median rent at $1,188/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2373, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.4%. Home values changed +2.5% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.7% of Weber County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.