Duchesne, UT

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Population
1,722
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
5,517 ft
Median Home Value
$262,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$77,059
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Duchesne

Duchesne is a peaceful small town in eastern Utah’s Uintah Basin, set right where the Strawberry and Duchesne rivers meet. As the county seat, it provides steady civic jobs, local schools, and everyday essentials for the surrounding rural valley. Outdoor recreation is one of the biggest draws, with boating, fishing, and camping just minutes down the road at Fred Hayes State Park on Starvation Reservoir. Highway 40 runs right through town, making it easy to commute to nearby Roosevelt or Vernal while enjoying a quiet, laid-back community.

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