Cambridge, ID

Idaho

Cambridge is a small town in Idaho with a population of 336. Residents earn $48,250 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
336 Population 700/sq mi density
$48,250 Median Income $28,207 per capita
$234,700 Home Value
$1,010 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,250 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$234,700 home value, $1,010/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,250
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $234,700
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,010
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,250
Per Capita$28,207
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$664M
Commute17 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$234,700
Rent$1,010
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation2,659 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+99.2%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Cambridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambridge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cambridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cambridge is $48,250, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cambridge is $234,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cambridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Cambridge has a population of 336 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

336
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambridge is $48,250, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Cambridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,250
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,207
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$58,385

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)369
County GDP$664M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare19
Retail31
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,984
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambridge is $234,700, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,700
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,010
13% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,984
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Cambridge, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death8,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Cambridge has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,659 ft (810 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates44.5717°N, 116.6781°W
County FIPS16087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+99.2%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Work from Home14.3%

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