Bruneau, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Bruneau is a small town in Idaho with a population of 36.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
36 Population 22/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $537,807 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$677M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$537,807

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain7.4 in/yr
Elevation2,505 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Broadband23.0%
Libraries4

Is Bruneau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruneau receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Bruneau has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bruneau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Bruneau has a population of 36 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

36
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruneau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bruneau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruneau is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bruneau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$62,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$677M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare22
Retail26
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,959
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $537,807.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$537,807

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,959
15% below US avg
In Bruneau, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.7%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death10,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.0%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Bruneau has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.4 inches
81% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,505 ft (764 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates42.8728°N, 115.7952°W
County FIPS16073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.6-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 67.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants27
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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