Declo, ID

Idaho

Declo is a small town in Idaho with a population of 514. Residents earn $46,780 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
514 Population 1,836/sq mi density
$46,780 Median Income $28,762 per capita
$218,200 Home Value $443,342 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,780 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$218,200 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,780
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,200
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population514
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,836/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,780
Per Capita$28,762
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,637M
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$218,200
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$443,342

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation4,211 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 14%
Commute15 min
Libraries2

Is Declo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Declo receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Declo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Declo is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Declo is $218,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Declo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Declo has a population of 514 with a density of 1,836 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%).

Population

514
Total Population
1,836
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Declo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Declo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Declo is $46,780, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Declo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,780
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,762
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$66,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,135
County GDP$2,637M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare92
Retail124
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Declo is $218,200, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $443,342.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,200
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$443,342

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% 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-Occupied38.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Declo, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death7,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities92

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Declo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,211 ft (1,284 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,836/sq mi
Coordinates42.5196°N, 113.6287°W
County FIPS16031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.43
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,836/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Work from Home3.6%

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