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Challis, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Custer County County
Challis, ID
At a Glance
How Challis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Challis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Challis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Challis residents earn a median household income of $50,034 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,310. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 292 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Challis is $168,300 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $318,710. Median rent is $635/month, with 19.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Challis reports 184 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 736/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Challis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Challis has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 6.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.