Acequia, ID

Idaho

Acequia is a small town in Idaho with a population of 223. Residents earn $51,042 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
223 Population 421/sq mi density
$51,042 Median Income $20,438 per capita
$86,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$51,042 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,700 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,042
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

How Acequia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population223
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,042
Per Capita$20,438
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,255M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Elevation4,166 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+57.1%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute14 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries1

Is Acequia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acequia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Acequia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Acequia is $51,042, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Acequia is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Acequia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.8 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Acequia has a population of 223 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

223
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Acequia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.1%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.9%
280% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Acequia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acequia is $51,042, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Acequia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,042
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,438
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$62,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)786
County GDP$1,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare32
Retail63
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,741
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Acequia is $86,700, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,700
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,741
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Acequia, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Acequia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death8,413/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities32

Crime Rates: Acequia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Acequia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.8 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall20.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,166 ft (1,270 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates42.6683°N, 113.5973°W
County FIPS16067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+57.1%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants33
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Work from Home7.8%

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