Idaho · Metropolitan Area
Culdesac is a small town in Idaho with a population of 394. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Culdesac receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Culdesac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Culdesac is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Culdesac is $149,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Culdesac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,457 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,050 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,329 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.5% |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,530 |
| County GDP | $3,075M |
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 159 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,559 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.06% |
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |
| Census Median | $149,000 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $369,786 |
| Census Median Rent | $915 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 31.5% |
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,559 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.06% |
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,019/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 159 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 44.6°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 21.8 inches |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 86.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,675 ft (511 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,791/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3749°N, 116.6701°W |
| County FIPS | 16069 |
Winner: Republican by 38.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.3% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,791/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 77.9% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 159 |
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Retail Stores | 177 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 31.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.2% |