Deary, ID

Idaho

Deary is a small town in Idaho with a population of 511. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
511 Population 774/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $34,650 per capita
$225,400 Home Value $469,651 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,400
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density774/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$34,650
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$2,072M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$469,651

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Elevation2,860 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 44%
Commute35 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Deary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deary receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 long commute times. Deary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deary is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deary is $225,400, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. 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

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Deary experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 41.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Deary has a population of 511 with a density of 774 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

511
Total Population
774
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Deary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deary is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Deary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,650
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$75,069

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,448
County GDP$2,072M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare112
Retail138
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,688
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Deary is $225,400, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,651.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$469,651

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,688
34% above US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Deary, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death5,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Deary has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall41.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,860 ft (872 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density774/sq mi
Coordinates46.8006°N, 116.5574°W
County FIPS16057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.2%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density774/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants130
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

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