Medicare in ZIP Code
84720
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Cedar City
23237
Population
37.593409
Latitude
-113.292337
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 84720 encompasses a growing suburban community in Cedar City, Utah, with a total recorded population of 23,237 residents. With a median age of 28.1, residents skew younger than the national average, a profile consistent with areas experiencing active residential growth and family formation. Children and working-age adults under 45 likely make up the bulk of the population. Residents aged 65 and older account for roughly 14.7% of the population, a meaningful segment that reflects the area's aging trend. As this group grows, local demand for Medicare Advantage plans, supplemental coverage, and senior-focused services is expected to increase. Females account for 51.3% of residents compared to 48.7% 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 83.8%. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.4% of the total, a visible and meaningful presence in the community. Asian residents make up 1.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 1.5%. Minority populations are present but not dominant, giving the community a largely homogeneous demographic profile with modest diversity.
Economic Metrics
The median household income of 60,585 dollars places this ZIP code in a solidly middle-income range, near or slightly below the Utah state median. Most households here are working families or dual-earner couples with stable but not expansive financial resources. Cost-conscious decision-making remains a priority, and access to affordable healthcare coverage, including Medicare Advantage and supplemental plans, is a real concern for seniors and pre-retirees in this area. Looking at the income distribution more broadly, a notable 424 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 1,083 households earn between $100,000 and $125,000 per year, reflecting a healthy middle-income core. At the top of the scale, only 378 households report income above $200,000, meaning top earners represent a small but present segment. The middle-income profile here is consistent with a diverse employment base that includes skilled trades, government employment, healthcare support roles, education, and small business ownership. Utah's strong job market has helped sustain this segment of earners across many communities in the state.