Utah Market Intelligence Report (2025)

Top Businesses to Start in Utah (2025)

We analyzed 101K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

#1
FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings

Growth: +181.8% • Saturation: 0.79 LQ
#2
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Other Personal Care Services

Growth: +175.0% • Saturation: 0.65 LQ
#3
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Nail Salons

Growth: +164.3% • Saturation: 0.56 LQ
#4
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers

Growth: +142.9% • Saturation: 0.50 LQ
#5
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities

Growth: +121.7% • Saturation: 0.59 LQ

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Salt Lake City-Murray

#1 VOL

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

1.3M

Active Biz

45K

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Fastest Growth

Provo-Orem-Lehi

696K Residents

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Ogden

Population

646K

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St. George

Population

190K

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Logan

Population

152K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Utah?+

Currently, the Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings sector is leading the state with a +181.8% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What is the most profitable solo business?+

Based on Non-Employer Statistics, solo founders in the Offices of Podiatrists sector report the highest average annual receipts at $282k.

What does the data say about Utah's economy?+

The state is home to 101K active establishments across 5 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.