Medicare in ZIP Code
84606
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Provo
36489
Population
40.214921
Latitude
-111.626174
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 84606 encompasses a growing suburban community in Provo, Utah, with a total recorded population of 36,489 residents. The median age of 23.1 is strikingly low, making this one of the youngest ZIP codes in the state. This typically reflects a substantial student population, young families, or both, and points to a community still in the early stages of household formation. Young professionals and college students likely define much of the neighborhood's rhythm and character. Seniors aged 65 and older make up only about 2.6% of residents, a relatively small share that aligns with the area's overall youthfulness. The current senior population is limited, though it will grow as the large younger cohort ages in place. Females account for 51.1% of residents compared to 48.9% male, a slight female majority consistent with national demographic patterns, where women tend to outlive men and make up a larger share of older cohorts. White non-Hispanic residents form the largest share of the population at 73.0%. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.5% of the total, a visible and meaningful presence in the community. Asian residents comprise 2.6%. Black or African American residents account for 0.8%. The area reflects a moderate degree of diversity, with a White non-Hispanic majority alongside meaningful Hispanic, Asian, and other minority communities.
Economic Metrics
With a median household income of 49,993 dollars, this ZIP code sits below the Utah state median but within a range common for small cities and rural communities throughout the Mountain West. Households here are largely working-class to lower-middle income, managing modest budgets against rising housing, healthcare, and energy costs. For Medicare-eligible residents, plan affordability and coverage breadth are likely important decision factors. Looking at the income distribution more broadly, a notable 565 households report annual income below $10,000, a level that typically encompasses the very poor, elderly residents on minimal Social Security, and households with limited or no employment income. In the upper-middle range, a solid 1,279 households earn between $100,000 and $125,000 per year, reflecting a healthy middle-income core. At the top of the scale, only 416 households report income above $200,000, meaning top earners represent a small but present segment. Employment in lower-income communities of this size typically spans retail, agriculture, food service, construction, and public-sector roles. Many residents may work multiple jobs or in part-time capacities, contributing to income volatility and limited savings accumulation over a lifetime.