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Kearns is home to about 39,398 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+7.3% since 2020). With 8,505 people per sq mi, it is a densely built-up area. Homes near wildland and open space face ember exposure during wildfire season.
Kearns at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 39,398 (+7.3% since 2020)
- Rank in Utah
- 26th of 255 cities and towns
- Land area
- 4.6 sq mi
- Population density
- 8,505 people per sq mi (densely built-up)
- Type
- Metro township (Kearns metro township)
- Main county
- Salt Lake County
What to check before hiring in Kearns
- Zones: clear the first 5 feet around the house, then thin vegetation up to 100 feet.
- Vents and gutters: ember-resistant vents and clean gutters are cheap, effective fixes.
- Local rules: in Utah, check state and local defensible space requirements.
- Price drivers: home size, roof and siding work, and vegetation volume.
Useful official resources
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NFPA Firewise USA
Official information and guidance.
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CAL FIRE: Ready for Wildfire
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Kearns
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Home hardening retrofit
Ember-resistant vents, gutters guards, fire-resistant roof, siding, windows and decks.
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Defensible space and assessment
Home wildfire assessment and clearing of vegetation in the zones around the house.
Frequently asked questions in Kearns
How much does wildfire mitigation cost in Kearns, UT?
It ranges from simple vent and gutter upgrades to roof and siding replacements. Describe your home: pros who serve Kearns reply with a quote.
Where do I start?
With the first 5 feet around the house, vents and gutters.
Are there grants?
Some states and counties fund defensible space and hardening; check local programs.
Which wildfire mitigation pros will contact me?
Up to three independent wildfire mitigation pros who serve Kearns and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.