Albion, ID

Idaho

Albion is a small town in Idaho with a population of 371. Residents earn $73,375 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
371 Population 789/sq mi density
$73,375 Median Income $30,594 per capita
$240,000 Home Value $299,840 Zillow
$958 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,375 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $958/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,375
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population371
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density789/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,375
Per Capita$30,594
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,637M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,000
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,840
Rent Burden14.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation4,725 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Albion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albion receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Albion stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albion is $73,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albion is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Albion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Albion has a population of 371 with a density of 789 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 5.1% Hispanic.

Population

371
Total Population
789
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Albion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albion is $73,375, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Albion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,375
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,594
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$66,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,135
County GDP$2,637M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare92
Retail124
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Albion is $240,000, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,840.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,840

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Albion, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death7,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities92

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Albion has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,725 ft (1,440 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density789/sq mi
Coordinates42.4098°N, 113.5804°W
County FIPS16031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density789/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home11.4%

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