Dubois, ID

Idaho

Dubois is a small town in Idaho with a population of 495. Residents earn $48,333 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
495 Population 181/sq mi density
$48,333 Median Income $22,561 per capita
$195,800 Home Value $254,828 Zillow
$770 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$48,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$195,800 home value, $770/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,333
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population495
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,333
Per Capita$22,561
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$57M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$195,800
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,828
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Elevation5,130 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+69.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries1

Is Dubois a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dubois receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dubois offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dubois is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dubois is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dubois has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Dubois has a population of 495 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%).

Population

495
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dubois vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.6%
36% below US avg
Spanish49.4%
269% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dubois vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dubois is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Dubois vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,333
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,561
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$44,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)49
County GDP$57M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dubois is $195,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,828.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,828

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

In Dubois, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.8%
Checkup Rate70.9%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.7/10
Exercise Access5.4%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Dubois has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall47.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,130 ft (1,564 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates44.1712°N, 112.2283°W
County FIPS16033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+69.6%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries1

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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