Piute County, Utah
Piute County, Utah
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County | |
 Location within the U.S. state of Utah | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| Founded | January 16, 1865 |
| County seat | Junction |
| Area | |
| • Total | 766 sq mi (1,980 km2) |
| • Land | 758 sq mi (1,960 km2) |
| • Water | 8 sq mi (20 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 1,438 |
| • Density | 1.9/sq mi (0.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 |
Piute County is a county located in the U.S. state of Utah. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,438, making it the second-least populous county in Utah. The county seat is Junction, and the largest city is Circleville.
History[edit | edit source]
Piute County was created on January 16, 1865, from portions of Beaver and Iron counties. It was named for the Paiute people, a Native American tribe that historically inhabited the region.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 766 square miles (1,980 km²), of which 758 square miles (1,960 km²) is land and 8.0 square miles (21 km²) (1.0%) is water. The county is characterized by its mountainous terrain and is part of the Colorado Plateau.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Sevier County - north
- Wayne County - east
- Garfield County - south
- Beaver County - west
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 1,438 people, 563 households, and 398 families residing in the county. The population density was 1.9 people per square mile (0.7/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Towns[edit | edit source]
- Circleville
- Junction (county seat)
- Kingston
- Marysvale
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Piute County is primarily based on agriculture, tourism, and small businesses. The county's natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities attract visitors year-round.
Education[edit | edit source]
Piute County is served by the Piute County School District, which operates several schools in the area, providing education from elementary through high school.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
The county is accessible via several state highways, including Utah State Route 89 and Utah State Route 62. There are no major airports within the county, with the nearest commercial airports located in larger neighboring counties.
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