Health Indicator Report of Utah Population Characteristics: Racial and Ethnic Composition of the Population
Data show that racial and ethnic minority groups experience higher rates of illness and death across a wide range of health conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, obesity/overweight, asthma, and lower life expectancy at birth, when compared to the total Utah population overall (see [https://healthequity.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/Health-Snapshots-2023_Final.pdf Health Snapshots 2023], DHHS Office of Health Equity). Social, economic, environmental, and/or geographic factors contribute to health disparities.^1^ Using data to identify gaps and the factors that contribute to them is critical to develop programs and prioritize resources to reduce health gaps for all Utahns.
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Race Distribution: Utah Population Estimates by Race, Non-White Population, 2000-2022
Notes
The years 2000 and 2010 are from the decennial censuses. Years 2001 2009 and 2011 through 2019 are intercensal estimates. Years 2020 through 2022 are postcensal estimates.Data Sources
- Population Estimates by Age, Sex, Race, and Hispanic Origin for Counties in Utah, U.S. Bureau of the Census, IBIS Version 2022
- U.S. Census Bureau, 2000 Census
- U.S. Census Bureau, 2010 Census
Data Interpretation Issues
The proportion of non-White racial/ethnic groups is relatively small in Utah. As a result, it may be difficult to make statistical comparisons across racial and ethnic groups.- Percentage of Hispanic/Latino Persons by Local Health District, Utah, 2000, 2010, 2020 Census, and 2022 Estimates
- Utah Population Estimates by Hispanic Ethnicity and Year, 2000-2022
- Percentage Hispanic Ethnicity by Utah Small Area, 2018-2022 ACS
- Percentage of Persons of White Race, Not Hispanic by Local Health District, ACS 2018-2022
- Percentage of White Not Hispanic Persons by Utah Small Area, 2018-2022 ACS
Definition
Number and percentage distribution of racial and ethnic populations.Numerator
Number of persons in each racial/ethnic group in Utah.Denominator
Total number of persons in Utah in each geographic area for year(s) listed.How Are We Doing?
The Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Hispanic/Latino populations are growing at faster rates than the state population as a whole. At the time of the 2000 U.S. Census, 85% of Utah's population was White only and non-Hispanic. It is now at approximately 75.6% according to the 2022 ACS Table DP05. Roughly one out of every four (23.3%) Utahns identify themselves as Hispanic/Latino, Asian/Asian Americans, Pacific Islander/Hawaiian Native, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Black/African American. Measurement of health status and associated risk factors by racial and ethnic populations can detect differences experienced by these groups. This knowledge helps public health and social services agencies, health care providers, and community organizations improve awareness of the health status of the populations they serve and to develop and evaluate interventions to decrease gaps.What Is Being Done?
There are various programs across the state directed at improving the health of individuals from diverse backgrounds and promoting their access to care.Available Services
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services Office of Health Equity provides a variety of services to assist ethnic and racial minorities in accessing healthcare. Visit their website for more information:[[br]] [https://healthequity.utah.gov/]
Page Content Updated On 04/29/2024,
Published on 05/07/2024