Bliss, ID

Idaho

Bliss is a small town in Idaho with a population of 252. Residents earn $67,250 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
252 Population 341/sq mi density
$67,250 Median Income $25,634 per capita
N/A Home Value $491,114 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$67,250 median income, 10.6% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,250
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density341/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,250
Per Capita$25,634
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,765M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$491,114

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Elevation3,281 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+79.3%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Libraries3

Is Bliss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bliss receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bliss has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bliss is $67,250, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bliss experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Bliss has a population of 252 with a density of 341 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

252
Total Population
341
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bliss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.6%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.4%
276% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bliss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bliss is $67,250, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Bliss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,250
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,634
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$53,335

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)627
County GDP$1,765M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,312
34% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,114.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$491,114

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-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,312
34% below US avg
In Bliss, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death8,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bliss has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.8 inches
74% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density341/sq mi
Coordinates42.9243°N, 114.9475°W
County FIPS16047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density341/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants34
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Work from Home2.9%

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