Enterprise, Utah
Enterprise, Utah | |
|---|---|
 Heritage Hall | |
 Location in Washington County and the state of Utah | |
| Coordinates: 37°34′22″N 113°45′40″W / 37.57278°N 113.76111°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Washington |
| Founded | 1891 |
| Founded by | Orson Huntsman |
| Area | |
• Total | 8.73 sq mi (22.62 km2) |
| • Land | 8.73 sq mi (22.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,371 ft (1,637 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 2,027 |
| • Density | 216.4/sq mi (83.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code | 84725 |
| Area code | 435 |
| FIPS code | 49-23420[3] |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410446[2] |
| Website | enterpriseutah.org |
Enterprise is a city in northwestern Washington County, Utah, United States. The population was 2,027 at the 2020 census.[4]
History
A post office called Enterprise has been in operation since 1899.[5] It was settled largely by residents of the town of Hebron, later abandoned. The town was so named for the settlers' enterprising plan to find a water supply.[6] Cattle ranchers thrived in the area, but the town needed a consistent water supply to sustain themselves and for agriculture to spread. The settlers decided to take on the ambitious project of constructing a dam. Many thought that the dam would be impossible to accomplish and left the area. The rest of the settlers began work on the dam. With a lot of work and little return, the dam was completed, and the reservoir has supported the town ever since.[7]
Geography
Enterprise is located on the south rim of the Great Basin.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.9 square miles (7.5 km2), all land.
The hillside letter E can be seen in the southwest. (37°33′09″N 113°44′54″W / 37.5525°N 113.7484°W).
The 17 November 17, 1902 Pine Valley earthquake, with a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe), destroyed almost all chimneys in Pine Valley and Santa Clara. Some building damage occurred at St. George. This event was felt in Salt Lake City.[8]
Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Enterprise has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.[9]
| Climate data for Enterprise, Utah (1991–2020) | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 42.0 (5.6) |
46.7 (8.2) |
56.6 (13.7) |
63.5 (17.5) |
72.6 (22.6) |
83.3 (28.5) |
89.7 (32.1) |
87.3 (30.7) |
80.9 (27.2) |
67.3 (19.6) |
53.7 (12.1) |
42.0 (5.6) |
65.5 (18.6) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 30.4 (−0.9) |
33.3 (0.7) |
41.4 (5.2) |
46.9 (8.3) |
55.8 (13.2) |
65.7 (18.7) |
72.9 (22.7) |
70.9 (21.6) |
62.7 (17.1) |
49.9 (9.9) |
38.4 (3.6) |
29.5 (−1.4) |
49.8 (9.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 18.7 (−7.4) |
20.0 (−6.7) |
26.2 (−3.2) |
30.3 (−0.9) |
39.0 (3.9) |
48.2 (9.0) |
56.0 (13.3) |
54.5 (12.5) |
44.5 (6.9) |
32.5 (0.3) |
23.0 (−5.0) |
16.9 (−8.4) |
34.2 (1.2) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.52 (39) |
1.97 (50) |
1.90 (48) |
1.00 (25) |
0.93 (24) |
0.47 (12) |
1.04 (26) |
1.22 (31) |
0.95 (24) |
1.53 (39) |
1.12 (28) |
1.58 (40) |
15.23 (386) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 5.3 (13) |
6.2 (16) |
2.5 (6.4) |
1.6 (4.1) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.6 (1.5) |
2.3 (5.8) |
6.4 (16) |
25 (63.05) |
| Source: NOAA[10] | |||||||||||||
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | 41 | — | |
| 1900 | 100 | 143.9% | |
| 1910 | 350 | 250.0% | |
| 1920 | 608 | 73.7% | |
| 1930 | 548 | −9.9% | |
| 1940 | 677 | 23.5% | |
| 1950 | 790 | 16.7% | |
| 1960 | 859 | 8.7% | |
| 1970 | 844 | −1.7% | |
| 1980 | 905 | 7.2% | |
| 1990 | 936 | 3.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,285 | 37.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,711 | 33.2% | |
| 2020 | 2,027 | 18.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census[11] | |||
2020 census
As of the 2020 census, Enterprise had a population of 2,027. The median age was 28.7 years. 38.8% of residents were under the age of 18 and 13.3% of residents were 65 years of age or older.[12][13]
For every 100 females there were 109.2 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 101.3 males age 18 and over.[12]
0.0% of residents lived in urban areas, while 100.0% lived in rural areas.[14]
There were 580 households in Enterprise, of which 50.2% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 72.8% were married-couple households, 11.0% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 14.0% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 12.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[12]
There were 617 housing units, of which 6.0% were vacant. The homeowner vacancy rate was 1.0% and the rental vacancy rate was 2.2%.[12]
| Race | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| White | 1,893 | 93.4% |
| Black or African American | 1 | 0.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 18 | 0.9% |
| Asian | 9 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.1% |
| Some other race | 44 | 2.2% |
| Two or more races | 60 | 3.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (of any race) | 98 | 4.8% |
2000 census
As of the census[3] of 2000, there were 1,285 people, 378 households, and 317 families residing in the town. The population density was 441.0 people per square mile (170.5/km2). There were 454 housing units at an average density of 155.8 per square mile (60.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 95.25% White, 2.49% Native American, 0.23% Asian, 0.78% from other races, and 1.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.17% of the population.
There were 378 households, out of which 49.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.8% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.1% were non-families. 15.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.40, and the average family size was 3.82.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 40.0% under 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 21.3% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.8 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 101.8 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $35,694, and the median income for a family was $38,500. Males had a median income of $31,905 versus $16,354 for females. The per capita income was $13,858. About 4.3% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those aged 65 or over.
Arts and culture
Enterprise is hosts an annual Cornfest,[15] where the town and neighboring communities celebrate the harvest of local farmers in late August. Founded in 1990,[16] Cornfest features freshly grown corn, a vintage car show, live entertainment and dancing, festival food, and shopping booths.
Government
Mayor is Brandon Humphries. City Manager is Adam Bowler.
Education
Enterprise is home to two schools, Enterprise Elementary School (K-6)[17] and Enterprise High School (7–12).[18]
Notable People
- Patricia T. Holland - American educator, writer and religious leader. Born and raised in Enterprise.
- Jaslyn Gardner - American Sprinter. Grew up in Enterprise and ran track at Enterprise High School (Utah).
Gallery
Enterprise Utah City Offices
Enterprise Utah E Hill
Enterprise Utah E Hill, Flat Top, & Pilot Peak
Welcome to Enterprise Sign
Enterprise Community Park
Enterprise Community Park & Pond
Enterprise Daughters of the Utah Pioneers
Enterprise Fire Station
View Down Mainstreet
Farm Tractor and E Hill
See also
References
- ↑ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- 1 2 U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Enterprise, Utah
- 1 2 "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ↑ "Census Bureau profile: Enterprise city, Utah". United States Census Bureau. May 2023. Retrieved June 26, 2025.
- ↑ "Washington County". Jim Forte Postal History. Archived from the original on September 11, 2005. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- ↑ Van Atta, Dale (January 22, 1977). "You name it - there's a town for it". The Deseret News. p. 15. Retrieved October 18, 2015.
- ↑ "HISTORY". enterpriseutah.org. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- ↑ Stover, C. W.; Coffman, J. L. (1993), Seismicity of the United States, 1568–1989 (Revised), U.S. Geological Survey Professional Paper 1527, United States Government Printing Office, pp. 366, 367
- ↑ Climate Summary for Enterprise, Utah
- ↑ "NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals Quick Access". NOAA. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- 1 2 3 4 "2020 Decennial Census Demographic Profile (DP1)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- 1 2 "2020 Decennial Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ↑ "2020 Decennial Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics (DHC)". United States Census Bureau. 2023. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ↑ "CORNFEST". enterpriseutah.org. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- ↑ "Enterprise Utah Cornfest | UT 84725 | Enterprise Cornfest". enterprisecornfest. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- ↑ "Enterprise Elementary » Washington County School District Schools Sites". ees.washk12.org. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- ↑ "Enterprise High School » Washington County School District Schools Sites". ehs.washk12.org. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
External links
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |