Eden, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Eden is a small town in Idaho with a population of 366. Residents earn $31,346 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
366 Population 1,181/sq mi density
$31,346 Median Income $16,172 per capita
$140,900 Home Value $426,924 Zillow
$795 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$31,346 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$140,900 home value, $795/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,346
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,900
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density1,181/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,346
Per Capita$16,172
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$2,004M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$140,900
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$426,924

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Elevation3,958 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+74.3%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eden receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Eden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eden is $31,346, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eden is $140,900, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Eden has a population of 366 with a density of 1,181 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74%).

Population

366
Total Population
1,181
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eden is $31,346, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,346
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,172
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$62,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)941
County GDP$2,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare40
Retail81
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,381
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Eden is $140,900, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $426,924.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,900
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$426,924

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% 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-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,381
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Eden, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death8,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access42.5%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Eden has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.7 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,958 ft (1,206 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,181/sq mi
Coordinates42.6053°N, 114.2091°W
County FIPS16053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+74.3%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,181/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants40
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home2.5%

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