Culdesac, ID

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.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
394 Population 1,791/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $23,457 per capita
$149,000 Home Value $369,786 Zillow
$915 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$149,000 home value, $915/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.5%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density1,791/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$23,457
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty24.5%
County GDP$3,075M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,000
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,786
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation1,675 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Broadband77.9%
Libraries4

Is Culdesac a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Culdesac has a population of 394 with a density of 1,791 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.3%), with 17.5% Hispanic.

Population

394
Total Population
1,791
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Culdesac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Culdesac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Culdesac is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Culdesac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,457
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$69,329

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,530
County GDP$3,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare159
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,559
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Culdesac is $149,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,786.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$369,786

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,559
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Culdesac, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death10,019/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities159

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Culdesac has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall86.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,675 ft (511 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,791/sq mi
Coordinates46.3749°N, 116.6701°W
County FIPS16069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.6-point margin. 77.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 38.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,791/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants103
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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