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Dayton, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Dayton is a small town in Idaho with a population of 496. Residents earn $86,667 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
496 Population 74/sq mi density
$86,667 Median Income $29,066 per capita
$275,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,667 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$275,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,667
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population496
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,667
Per Capita$29,066
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$635M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units162
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation4,774 ft (1,455 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute30 min
Broadband95.2%
Libraries1

Is Dayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dayton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dayton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dayton is $86,667, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dayton is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 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

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Dayton has a population of 496 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

496
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dayton is $86,667, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Dayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,667
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,066
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$70,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$635M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare33
Retail47
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,686
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dayton is $275,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.8%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,686
23% below US avg
Effective Rate0.98%
In Dayton, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death6,104/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.0%
Healthcare Facilities33
Dayton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,774 ft (1,455 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates42.1112°N, 111.9846°W
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
County FIPS16041
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 77.6-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.4%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants23
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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