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
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
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
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
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $909 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,879 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 405 |
| County GDP | $677M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,959 |
| 15% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 0.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 100.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $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
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
| Obesity | 33.2% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,616/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Bruneau vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.4 inches |
| 81% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,505 ft (764 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8728°N, 115.7952°W |
| County FIPS | 16073 |