Ogen is a city in and the county seat of Weber County,Utah, United States. The population was 77,226 at the 2000 census. The city served as a major railway hub through much of its history, and still handles a great deal of freight rail traffic which makes it a convenient location for manufacturing and commerce. Ogden is also known for its many historic buildings, close proximity to the Wasatch Mountains, and as the home of Weber State University.