Fort Hall, ID

Idaho

Fort Hall is a small town in Idaho with a population of 2,343. Residents earn $40,757 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,343 Population 67/sq mi density
$40,757 Median Income $28,173 per capita
$196,000 Home Value $381,693 Zillow
$381 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$40,757 median income, 6.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$196,000 home value, $381/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,757
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $381
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.0%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,343
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 23%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,757
Per Capita$28,173
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty23.0%
County GDP$2,218M
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$196,000
Rent$381
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$381,693

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation4,447 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+86.1%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 19%
Commute15 min
Libraries4

Is Fort Hall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Hall receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fort Hall has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Hall is $40,757, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Hall is $196,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $381 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Hall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Fort Hall has a population of 2,343 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (72.8%), with 23.1% White, 1.4% Asian.

Population

2,343
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
35.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Hall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.7%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.3%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Hall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Hall is $40,757, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Fort Hall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,757
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,173
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$67,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.0%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,218M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare118
Retail108
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,926
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Hall is $196,000, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $381 (67% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,693.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,000
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$381,693
Median List Price$1,075,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,075,000
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$381
67% 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-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,926
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Fort Hall, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Hall vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma14.0%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress19.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death9,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Fort Hall has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,447 ft (1,355 m)
Area35.1 sq mi (91.0 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates43.0145°N, 112.4579°W
County FIPS16011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score5.43
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area35.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants63
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home2.2%

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