Blackfoot, ID

Idaho

Blackfoot is a small city in Idaho with a population of 12,628. Residents earn $69,091 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
12,628 Population 2,053/sq mi density
$69,091 Median Income $28,664 per capita
$225,900 Home Value $362,413 Zillow
$798 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
194 Violent Crime/100K 2,654 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$69,091 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$225,900 home value, $798/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
194 violent crimes/100K (49% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,091
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,900
20% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 194/100K
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,628
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density2,053/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,091
Per Capita$28,664
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$2,218M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,900
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,413

Crime

F
Violent194/100K
Property2,654/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault118/100K
Burglary625/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation4,499 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 19%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries4

Is Blackfoot a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blackfoot is $69,091, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% 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 Blackfoot is $225,900, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Blackfoot is below the national average at 194 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,654 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Blackfoot experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 14.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Blackfoot has a population of 12,628 with a density of 2,053 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.3%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

12,628
Total Population
2,053
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Blackfoot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blackfoot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blackfoot is $69,091, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Blackfoot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,091
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,664
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$67,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,218M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare118
Retail108
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,926
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blackfoot is $225,900, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,413.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,900
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$362,413
Median List Price$330,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$330,000
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops20.8%
Inventory53

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$798
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,926
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Blackfoot, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death9,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities118
Blackfoot has a violent crime rate of 194 per 100,000 residents, 49% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,654 per 100,000 (35% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent194.4/100K
49% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape67.6/100K
Robbery8.5/100K
Assault118.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,653.6/100K
35% above US avg
Burglary625.4/100K
Theft1,935.3/100K
Vehicle Theft93.0/100K
Arson8.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Blackfoot has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall14.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,499 ft (1,371 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density2,053/sq mi
Coordinates43.1946°N, 112.3468°W
County FIPS16011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,053/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants63
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Work from Home3.6%

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