Fernwood, ID

Idaho

Fernwood is a small town in Idaho with a population of 130.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
130 Population 101/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median AgeN/A
Density101/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$558M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Elevation2,764 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+55.4%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
CommuteN/A
Broadband72.0%
Libraries4

Is Fernwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fernwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fernwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fernwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 56.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Fernwood has a population of 130 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

130
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fernwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fernwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fernwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Fernwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,080
IRS Avg AGI$58,676

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)427
County GDP$558M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
In Fernwood, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.7%
Premature Death11,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access58.8%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Fernwood has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall56.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,764 ft (842 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates47.1151°N, 116.3865°W
County FIPS16009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.4-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+55.4%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants29
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

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