Sanpete County, Utah

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County in Utah, United States

Sanpete County

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Sanpete County is a county in the U.S. state of Utah. As of the 2020 census, the population was 28,137. The county seat is Manti, and the largest city is Ephraim. The county was created in 1850 and named for the San Pitch River.

History

Sanpete County was established in 1850 by the Utah Territory legislature. The area was originally inhabited by the San Pitch Utes, a branch of the Ute people. The first Latter-day Saints settlers arrived in the area in 1849, led by Isaac Morley.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,603 square miles (4,150 km²), of which 1,590 square miles (4,100 km²) is land and 13 square miles (34 km²) (0.8%) is water. The county is located in the central part of the state and is part of the Wasatch Plateau.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 28,137 people, 8,000 households, and 6,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 17.7 people per square mile (6.8/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.

Economy

The economy of Sanpete County is primarily based on agriculture, education, and small manufacturing. Snow College in Ephraim is a significant employer and educational institution in the county.

Communities

Cities

• Ephraim
• Manti
• Gunnison

Towns

• Centerfield
• Fairview
• Fountain Green
• Moroni
• Mount Pleasant
• Spring City

Unincorporated communities

• Axtell
• Chester
• Mayfield
• Sterling

Education

Sanpete County is served by the South Sanpete School District and the North Sanpete School District. Snow College is located in Ephraim and provides higher education opportunities.

Transportation

Major highways in Sanpete County include U.S. Route 89 and Utah State Route 132.

See also

• List of counties in Utah
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Sanpete County, Utah

External links

• Official website

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