Arbon Valley, ID

Idaho

Arbon Valley is a small town in Idaho with a population of 604. Residents earn $64,188 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
604 Population 18/sq mi density
$64,188 Median Income $26,419 per capita
$174,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,188 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,300 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,188
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,300
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population604
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,188
Per Capita$26,419
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$561M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation4,550 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute18 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries2

Is Arbon Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arbon Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Arbon Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arbon Valley is $64,188, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arbon Valley is $174,300, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Arbon Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Arbon Valley has a population of 604 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

604
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
33.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Arbon Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arbon Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arbon Valley is $64,188, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Arbon Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,188
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,419
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$561M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare14
Retail13
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,660
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Arbon Valley is $174,300, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,300
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,660
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Arbon Valley, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arbon Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Arbon Valley has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall38.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,550 ft (1,387 m)
Area33.9 sq mi (87.7 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates42.8876°N, 112.5894°W
County FIPS16077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area33.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants16
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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