Craigmont, ID

Idaho

Craigmont is a small town in Idaho with a population of 509. Residents earn $56,818 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
509 Population 653/sq mi density
$56,818 Median Income $29,708 per capita
$179,300 Home Value $315,116 Zillow
$970 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,818 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$179,300 home value, $970/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,818
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,300
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population509
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density653/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,818
Per Capita$29,708
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$223M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,300
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$315,116
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation3,743 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries4

Is Craigmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Craigmont receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Craigmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Craigmont is $56,818, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Craigmont is $179,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Craigmont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Craigmont has a population of 509 with a density of 653 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

509
Total Population
653
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Craigmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Craigmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Craigmont is $56,818, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Craigmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,818
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,708
Avg Weekly Wage$837
IRS Avg AGI$58,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare12
Retail14
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,080
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Craigmont is $179,300, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,116.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,300
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$315,116

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,080
41% below US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Craigmont, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Craigmont has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall28.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density653/sq mi
Coordinates46.2417°N, 116.4713°W
County FIPS16061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.43
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density653/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants15
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

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