Ferdinand, ID

Idaho

Ferdinand is a small town in Idaho with a population of 182. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 1,011/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $28,359 per capita
$215,400 Home Value
$613 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$215,400 home value, $613/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,011/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$28,359
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$223M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,400
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation3,728 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is Ferdinand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferdinand receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Ferdinand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ferdinand is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ferdinand is $215,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ferdinand experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 61.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Ferdinand has a population of 182 with a density of 1,011 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
1,011
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferdinand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ferdinand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferdinand is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ferdinand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,359
Avg Weekly Wage$837
IRS Avg AGI$58,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare12
Retail14
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,080
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ferdinand is $215,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,400
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,080
41% below US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Ferdinand, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ferdinand has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall61.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,728 ft (1,136 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,011/sq mi
Coordinates46.1519°N, 116.3900°W
County FIPS16061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,011/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants15
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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