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Hanksville, UT

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Population
169
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
4,303 ft
Median Home Value
$95,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$38,274
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Hanksville

Hanksville is a tiny desert outpost tucked along the Fremont River in south-central Utah. Surrounded by rugged red rock country near Capitol Reef and the Henry Mountains, it still carries the feel of an old-school frontier crossroads. The local economy mostly centers on outdoor tourism, traveler services, and ranching. Daily life is quiet and exceptionally remote, making it a great fit for people who value wide-open spaces and a tight-knit, small-town atmosphere.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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